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VTG 1985 The Polar Express 1st Edition 1st Printing HC Chris Van Allsburg USA

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Condition
Like New
A book that looks new but has been read. Cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket (if applicable) is included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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Book Title
The Polar Express
Item Length
11.7in
Original Language
English
Vintage
Yes
Personalize
No
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Item Height
0.5in
Personalized
No
Features
Illustrated
Topic
Transportation / Railroads & Trains, Holidays & Celebrations / Christmas & Advent, General, People & Places / Polar Regions
Item Width
9.3in
Signed
No
Ex Libris
No
Narrative Type
Fiction
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company
Intended Audience
Ages 9-12, Young Adults, Adults
Inscribed
No
Edition
First Edition
Publication Year
1985
Type
Picture Book
Illustrator
Chris Van Allsburg
Era
1980s
Author
Chris Van Allsburg
Genre
Juvenile Fiction
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
Item Weight
3.5 Oz
Number of Pages
32 Pages
ISBN
9780395389492

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There were no surprises! Good pictures were taken to show the condition of the book & the inside cover inscription. It truly did look like new. I was quite pleased. The book was well packaged & shipping was fast. I appreciated the enclosed handwritten note. What a lovely touch! I am so pleased with this overall transaction. I would certainly recommend BEYOND NECESSITY! I wish Candy & her company a world of success. I LOVE my Vilhelm Hansen Christmas book. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
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  • Top favourable review

    Classic children's book.

    I think it will become a children's Christmas classic movie and book for years to come. It is beautifully illustrated and has meaningful content.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: Wb1xjtVyTsG@Deleted

  • Top critical review

    Sloppy shipping.

    The book was more or less fine- a few tears on the jacket. But the packaging was a Digiorno pizza box that was tattered, smelly and sloppy. Spend the two minutes to pick up a free clean cardboard box from the grocery store vs one that had food directly in it. Just weird.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: nwmson125

  • Teh Polar Express

    I already own this storybook but my original book was lost and I have been trying to find the same one to replace it with. My original had a special authors page that was burned and signed by Chris Van Allsburg and to this day I haven't been able to find one just like it. I purchased this one in hopes that it was the one....but it wasn't. My youngest child is in kindergarten this year and when I recieved the book I decided to donate it to his classroom so children in years to come can share in this wonderful childrens christmas classic! I have been sharing this story with my own children for 17 years and when it is time to pack up all the christmas decorations, this book goes with them so it always seems like a new story from year to year! It has been incorporated as one of our family ...

  • A train? Santa? In one book? YES!

    My son is at that age where he is in awe of trains and in awe of Santa Claus. We have seen the movie over and over so, I wanted my son to have the book. Chris Van Allsburg writes a simple story of a boy on Christmas Eve, whose friends have lost the magic of Christmas, waits to hear the sound of Santa's sleigh. If you are looking for this book to be just like the movie, sorry it's not. It is a simple story about a boy who got on a train and saw Santa. I found it to be very nice, quick, easy reading material for me and my son. Allsburg's words are simple and understandable for a young reader but, at the same time it flows with detail and imagery that someone of any age would appreciate. Allsberg also did the illustrations. Like his writing style, at first glance may appear a simple ...

  • Award-winning book - story & artwork

    The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg is an excellent story with outstanding artwork that stirs the wondering spirit of the child within all of us. It received the prestiged Caldecott Medal through extensive review by nationally recognized experts in children's literature. The book inspired the 2004 movie of the same name that was a featured Best Ever Christmas Film in 2005. This book is a perfect addition to anyone's collection of prized reading. Enjoy . . . and B E L I E V E !