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It has been forty years since The Polar Express made its first trip to the North Pole. Now readers can experience the classic holiday story with gorgeous new reproductions of Chris Van Allsburg's award-winning artwork.

The enduring Christmas classic as it was always meant to be seen.

For millions of readers around the world, the story of a boy's mysterious journey to the North Pole has become an enduring part of their Christmas traditions. This fortieth anniversary edition of The Polar Express reproduces the book's artwork more faithfully than ever before—a must-have for lifelong fans and the newest generation experiencing the story for the first time!

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Read More Books by Chris Van Allsburg A deluxe keepsake edition of The Polar Express featuring an illustrated countdown calendar, pop-out Christmas tree, and twenty-four ornaments with daily activities, all packaged in a durable slipcase for families to use for years to come. Bored kids Peter and Judy try a mysterious board game, Jumanji, and unleash wild, magical chaos. Chris Van Allsburg’s tale blurs fantasy and reality in a thrilling, surreal adventure. The thin line between illusion and reality blur for young Alan when he stumbles into the garden of Abdul Gasazi. In this unexpected place where strange trees loom, the eerie presence of Gasazi casts its shadow and nothing is quite as it seems. In a story that picks up where Jumanji leaves off, Danny ignores his older brother Walter's warning and brings home a strange board game, launching them into a wild space adventure with robots, pirates, and meteors invading their home. With author-illustrator extraordinaire Harris Burdick gone and only his eerie sketches left behind, readers must become the storytellers, unraveling the mystery one image at a time.

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"The Polar Express is magic indeed." - The New York Times Book Review

"As always, the forms are sculptured, the perspectives as dazzling as they are audacious, the colors rich and elegant, the use of light and shadow masterly." - Horn Book Guide

"Even the most hardened Santa doubters might find in The Polar Express the faith to believe again." - American Bookseller

"Allsburg's mix of meticulousness and mysticism is his own, and his quiet Christmas bell, now rung, will not stop ringing." - Adam Gopnik, author of The King in the Window

"The sumptuous pastel effects make this one of Van Allsburg's most treasured visions." - Newsweek

“The best book about Santa.” - Entertainment Weekly

About the Author

Chris Van Allsburg is one of America’s most innovative picture book creators. He was awarded the Caldecott Medal for Jumanji and The Polar Express and received a Caldecott Honor for his very first book, The Garden of Abdul Gasazi. He has received the Regina Medal for lifetime achievement in children’s literature, a National Book Award, and a Society of Illustrators Original Art Lifetime Achievement Award, among other honors. He lives outside of Boston, Massachusetts. Visit him at chrisvanallsburg.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarion Books
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 15, 2015
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Anniversary
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0544580141
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0544580145
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2+ years, from customers
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11.38 x 0.38 x 9 inches
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Best Sellers Rank: #83 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 out of 5 stars (21,060)

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Chris Van Allsburg is the winner of two Caldecott Medals, for Jumanji and The Polar Express, as well as the recipient of a Caldecott Honor Book for The Garden of Abdul Gasazi. The author and illustrator of numerous picture books for children, he has also been awarded the Regina Medal for lifetime achievement in children's literature. In 1982, Jumanji won the National Book Award and in 1996, it was made into a popular feature film. Chris Van Allsburg was formerly an instructor at the Rhode Island School of Design. He lives in Rhode Island with his wife and two children.

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4.9 out of 5 stars
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Customers love this classic children's book, praising its stunning illustrations and heart-warming story. The book includes a gold-plated Polar Express ornament, making it a special holiday edition that keeps Christmas magic alive. They find it well worth the money, particularly noting it's much cheaper than at Target, and consider it a must-have for all children and families.
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1217 customers mention content, 1140 positive, 77 negative
Customers love this book, describing it as a wonderful classic.
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Great book. Took it to Jamestown, CA for the Polar Express ride and the staff onboard all signed it. Great for the experience.Read more
My toddlers love this book. We bring it out every year for the holidays and it’s their favorite.Read more
My son is 10 and i cant let this book go. Love it.Read more
351 customers mention story, 339 positive, 12 negative
Customers love this Christmas story, describing it as heart-warming and fantastic for children, with one customer noting it's the perfect length.
Great story -- always a classic. This book is large enough to read to a group of children and have everyone see the pictures....Read more
This is a beautifully illustrated book with a wonderful story that I’ve enjoyed for years, and now my preschoolers are enjoying it as well....Read more
Love this story. And the pictures are just beautiful. This classic Christmas book is a must have for children and adults alike....Read more
This is one of my sons favorite childhood books. It was a beautiful story and the illustrations are just stunning, capturing children's attention...Read more
253 customers mention illustrations, 239 positive, 14 negative
Customers love the illustrations in this book, describing them as stunning and excellent.
Just as described! Beautiful illustrations and we were able to get Santa to sign this book during our Polar Express train ride this past weekend....Read more
This book is beautifully illustrated. I love it for my great grandson. And the bonus ornament is nice too.Read more
Beautiful pictures and amazing classic story. My son loves trains and this quickly became his favorite book to read at Christmastime.Read more
...It’s a must have for young readers. Short read and great illustrations. Makes a great holiday gift.Read more
233 customers mention holiday content, 231 positive, 2 negative
Customers find this book to be a wonderful Christmas favorite that keeps the magic of the holiday alive, making it a must-have for the season.
This is a Christmas classic! The book is enjoyed by my 4 year old boys. We also have the movie and they enjoy it as well.Read more
This is a great gift because it's rather large, includes a Christmas ornament. I've bought 4 for Christmas gifts.Read more
I purchased this Christmas classic for my adult children on their request as they begin to establish their own Holiday traditions.Read more
Love this story. And the pictures are just beautiful. This classic Christmas book is a must have for children and adults alike....Read more
154 customers mention classic, 153 positive, 1 negative
Customers love this book as a classic, particularly as a childhood favorite, with one customer noting it works well for any time of year.
...The artwork in this book is fantastic, classic and full of the Christmas vibe....Read more
Such a wonderful book - a classic. I bought this one for my grandkids to start their love affair with The Polar Express. It was a success!Read more
Classic book with extras that I was pleasantly surprised by! I failed to read the full description and figured I'd just be getting the book....Read more
Love this book. A true classic. The kids love it as well.Read more
145 customers mention included ornament, 129 positive, 16 negative
Customers appreciate the book's included ornament, which comes with a gold-plated Polar Express decoration.
I liked the anniversary issue as it came with an ornament. The ornament was classy and stylish. Like two gifts in one!Read more
...A book the whole family loves. It also comes with an ornament!Read more
...The quality is good--nice thick pages, and it even came with a little ornament. This story is so well written....Read more
...I love the book and the ornament, but I didn't really enjoy the audio download....Read more
136 customers mention value for money, 122 positive, 14 negative
Customers find the book well worth the money, appreciating that it's much cheaper than at Target and considering it a great package deal.
I was happy to find this book at great price so my grandkids could have it for our trip on the Grand Canyon Polar Express train this past Christmas.Read more
...Pictures are great and holds my sons attention. Great buyRead more
Great value, included music CD and special (flat) ornament.Read more
...Great purchase that my son and I will cherish for years to come.Read more
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Customers find this book age-appropriate and suitable for all children, making it a must-have for families and a great way to encourage children to read, with one customer noting it's especially appealing to train-lovers.
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Perfect for our toddler. He loves the movie, watches it over and over. The book is great for him to sit in any ones lap and show them the story....Read more
...Cute story. Beautiful illustrations. Every family should have this book in their collection of Christmas stories.Read more
I have read the book and seen the video. They are both perfect for a family. Chris Van Allsburg is an excellent illustrator....Read more
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