The Polar Express

Picture Book and CD

Chris Van Allsburg author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Andersen Press Ltd

Published:5th Oct '17

£8.99

Available for immediate dispatch.

The Polar Express cover

Discover the magical Christmas classic with a book and audio CD read by Liam Neeson.

Late one Christmas Eve, a boy boards a mysterious train that waits for him: the Polar Express bound for the North Pole. When he arrives, Santa offers him any gift he desires. The boy modestly asks for one bell from the reindeer's harness. It turns out to be a very special gift, for only believers in Santa can hear it ring.Discover The Polar Express, a true Christmas classic story book with audio CD read by Liam Neeson! "Magical" Guardian "Evocative and atmospheric" Sunday Times "A thrilling tale" Independent All aboard the Polar Express to the North Pole! Follow one boy's journey to recieve a very special gift from Santa himself: a bell that only true believers in Father Christmas can hear ring. Discover the beloved Christmas classic that inspired the blockbuster family favourite movie starring Tom Hanks.

"You could do no better. Bittersweet, beautifully told, trad book." * The New Review (Supp.To the Observer) Christmas Books 2014 *
"A magical Christmas tale that is not to be missed and shared with all the family." * Lovereading4Kids *
"Utterly perfect Christmas tale. One of the most atmospheric and perfectly paced Christmas stories ever written for children." * Read it Daddy! Blog *
"A book to keep and remember." * Newbury Weekly News, Caroline Franklin *
"This classic tale is beautifully illustrated and helps children understand the value of presents." * Smallish *

  • Winner of Caldecott Medal.

ISBN: 9781783445684

Dimensions: 230mm x 290mm x 4mm

Weight: 235g

32 pages