Another Night Before Christmas (Hardback)

On the night before Christmas, a child in a house,

as the whole family slept, behaved just like a mouse,

and crept on soft toes down red-carpeted stairs.

Her hand held the paw of her favourite bear…

In 1822 Clement Moore wrote a poem about Christmas for his children. ‘The Night Before Christmas’ soon became a Christmas classic.

Now one of Britiain’s best-loved poets has rewritten the poem for the twenty-first century. This new version is full of Carol Ann Duffy’s characteristic wit and warmth. Illustrated by one of the most exciting illustrators of the moment, this edition is destined to become a classic in its own right.

Review

‘Exquisitely enjoyable … Duffy’s genius and wit make it a must-have’ (The Times)

A festive favourite is beautifully updated . . . With wonderful illustrations, this has all the makings of a contemporary classic . . . A delightful little gift book . . . It’s a delightful addition to any festive collection of books and reads as if the poet enjoyed her challenge

. . . Magical. (Bookseller)

‘Duffy’s language, as ever, has endless energy and verve’ (Independent on Sunday, Nicola Smyth)

‘A charming update of Clement Clarke Moore’s classic seasonal poem’ (Time Out)

‘A good read for winter nights’ (FQ (Father’s Quarterly), Richard Mead)

A delightful little gift book (Herald)

‘Take this book in your bag and read it to yourself, to your kids, to the people on the bus. Marc Boutavant’s pictures are funny and moving, and the magic of a poem is that any time you give it will be doubly returned.’ (Jeanette Winterson, The Guardian)

‘This beautifully illustrated story by one of Britain’s best loved poets is the perfect book for Christmas . . . An ideal family gift’ (Publishing News)

‘A magical reworking of the classic poem … This is a great stocking filler that will become a family favourite’ (Sunday Express, Michelle Stanistreet)

‘The story is fun and pacy and Marc Boutavant’s illustrations are full of vibrant humour’ (Junior)

Book Description

The Night Before Christmas retold for the twenty-first century – this beautifully illustrated story by one of Britain’s best loved poets is the perfect book for Christmas