In 1822, Clement Clarke Moore created the classic Christmas poem, "The Night Before Christmas," for his daughter. Here, in verse and accompanied by over 50 richly detailed illustrations, is the story of the writing of this classic. It is based on the history of the poem as passed down through the generations of the Moore family and told to the author by Dinghy Sharp, the great-great-granddaughter of Clement Moore. Not only does the story of the beautiful and enduring poem's creation unfold in this tale, but many of the terms and actions of the characters in "The Night Before Christmas" are explained, including why stockings were hung, why windows were
Product Details
ISBN-13: 9780764345753
Media Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing - Ltd.
Publication Date: 10-28-2013
Pages: 56
Product Dimensions: 9.10(w) x 10.20(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range: 8 - 12 Years
About the Author
Author/Photographer Mark Kimball Moulton is a "right jolly old elf" who lives in a magical world and wishes peace, health, and happiness to all. Susan Winget designs can be found on a wide range of products from calendars, stationery, dinner/serveware, gift items and fabrics...just to name a few! Visit her website at susanwinget.com.