The ever popular poem, "The Night Before Christmas" by Clement Clarke Moore (1779-1863) has been illustrated by countless artists. Each lending their vision to the surprise and excitement of seeing old St. Nick. In fact the official title of the poem is "A Visit from St. Nicholas". Moore's poem is memorable with its descriptive text and catchy rhyme; a fun read every year. Moore was an American writer and also a Professor at the General Theological Seminary of the Protestant Episcopal Church, in New York City. He taught Oriental and Greek Literature, as well as Divinity and Biblical Learning.
Holly Hobbie is an American children's book writer and artist. Her distinctive little girl with a giant bonnet character was hugely popular on greeting cards in the 1970's. This once nameless character soon took on the name of its creator. Its success grew to include a line of dolls, various merchandise and TV shows. Hobbie brings her rustic charm to Moore's poem and adds another layer of warmth to an already beloved classic. This version is an older edition. Hobbie has illustrated this again much later in 2013 in a very different style.
Holly Hobbie is an American children's book writer and artist. Her distinctive little girl with a giant bonnet character was hugely popular on greeting cards in the 1970's. This once nameless character soon took on the name of its creator. Its success grew to include a line of dolls, various merchandise and TV shows. Hobbie brings her rustic charm to Moore's poem and adds another layer of warmth to an already beloved classic. This version is an older edition. Hobbie has illustrated this again much later in 2013 in a very different style.
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Platt & Munk Publishers 1976
Hardcover 22p
8.5" x 11"
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