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The Night Before Christmas

By Clement C. Moore, Richard Jesse Watson

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‘Twas the night before Christmas,
when all through the house
not a creature was stirring,
not even a mouse.

These familiar words have never before been illustrated with such style. Magnificent paintings by American artist Richard Jesse Watson infuse traditional images with pizzazz and flair. From cozy interiors to snowy landscapes, each scene is packed with the details of Christmas. Watch for the remarkable cast of elves who populate these pages. Best of all, see Santa Claus himself as you’ve never seen him before, complete with an exclusive interview.

Spilling over with all the joy and generosity of the season, here is an edition of Clement C. Moore’s classic Christmas poem that is perfect for families of today. Ho! Ho! Ho!

ISBN: 9780060757427
Imprint: HarperColl
On Sale: Oct 31, 2006
List price: $20.89
No of pages: 40
Trim Size: 10.370 in (w) x 10.310 in (h) x 0.370 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Holidays & Celebrations / Christmas & Advent
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Classics
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Family / General (see also headings under Social Themes)
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Clement C. Moore

Biography

Clement C. Moore (1779–1863), an American scholar and poet, first wrote “The Night Before Christmas” in 1822 to entertain his children. A friend submitted it to a local newspaper, the Troy Sentinel, where it was published on December 23, 1823. Moore’s delightful description of St. Nicholas and his eight flying reindeer has since become the definitive portrait of Santa Claus.

Richard Jesse Watson

Biography

Richard Jesse Watson studied art at Pasadena City College and at Art Center College of Design. He has continued his artistic studies drawing from life and at museums and cathedrals. His awards and honors include the Golden Kite Award, the Parents’ Choice Gold Award, People magazine’s Best Picture Book of the Year, the IRA/CBC Children’s Choice Award, and the C. S. Lewis Gold Medal. Richard lives with his wife, Susi, in Port Townsend, Washington.

‘Twas the night before Christmas,
when all through the house
not a creature was stirring,
not even a mouse.

These familiar words have never before been illustrated with such style. Magnificent paintings by American artist Richard Jesse Watson infuse traditional images with pizzazz and flair. From cozy interiors to snowy landscapes, each scene is packed with the details of Christmas. Watch for the remarkable cast of elves who populate these pages. Best of all, see Santa Claus himself as you’ve never seen him before, complete with an exclusive interview.

Spilling over with all the joy and generosity of the season, here is an edition of Clement C. Moore’s classic Christmas poem that is perfect for families of today. Ho! Ho! Ho!

ISBN: 9780060757427
Imprint: HarperColl
On Sale: Oct 31, 2006
List price: $20.89
No of pages: 40
Trim Size: 10.370 in (w) x 10.310 in (h) x 0.370 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Holidays & Celebrations / Christmas & Advent
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Classics
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Family / General (see also headings under Social Themes)
BISAC 4:
BISAC 5:
BISAC 6:

Clement C. Moore

Biography

Clement C. Moore (1779–1863), an American scholar and poet, first wrote “The Night Before Christmas” in 1822 to entertain his children. A friend submitted it to a local newspaper, the Troy Sentinel, where it was published on December 23, 1823. Moore’s delightful description of St. Nicholas and his eight flying reindeer has since become the definitive portrait of Santa Claus.

Richard Jesse Watson

Biography

Richard Jesse Watson studied art at Pasadena City College and at Art Center College of Design. He has continued his artistic studies drawing from life and at museums and cathedrals. His awards and honors include the Golden Kite Award, the Parents’ Choice Gold Award, People magazine’s Best Picture Book of the Year, the IRA/CBC Children’s Choice Award, and the C. S. Lewis Gold Medal. Richard lives with his wife, Susi, in Port Townsend, Washington.