The Widow's Broom 25th Anniversary Edition by Chris Van Allsburg (English) Hardc

Description: The Widow's Broom 25th Anniversary Edition by Chris Van Allsburg A 25th anniversary edition of the enchanting story of a widow who finds herself in possession of an extraordinary broom after a witch falls into her garden. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The enchanting story of a widow who finds herself in possession of an extraordinary broom after a witch falls into her garden.Some of Minna Shaws neighbors dont trust her clever broom. "Its dangerous," they say. But Minna appreciates the brooms help. She enjoys its quiet company.But one day two children get taught a well-deserved lesson by the broom. For her neighbors, this is proof of the brooms evil spirit. Minna is obligated to give up her dear companion. Chris Van Allsburg, master of the mysterious, brings this tale to life with moody and memorable pictures that will haunt readers long after the books covers are closed—now in a new edition to celebrate this beloved books twenty-fifth anniversary. Author Biography Chris Van Allsburg is one of Americas 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 childrens literature, a National Book Award, and a Society of Illustrators Lifetime Achievement Award, among other honors. He lives outside of Boston, Massachusetts. Visit him at chrisvanallsburg.com.Chris Van Allsburg is one of Americas 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 childrens literature, a National Book Award, and a Society of Illustrators Lifetime Achievement Award, among other honors. He lives outside of Boston, Massachusetts. Visit him at chrisvanallsburg.com. Review "Van Allsburg explores the nature of good and evil in this unearthly tale of a witchs broom that has fallen from the sky with its witch still on it . . . Enchanting." Booklist, ALA, Starred Review"...you wont be able to put this broom away any more than Minna Shaw could. It will sweep the boards twelve months of the year." The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books"...will evoke pleasurable shudders..." Publishers Weekly"...Althought not strictly for Halloween, may turn out to be as much a part of that holiday as Polar Express is of Christmas." School Library Journal — Review Quote "Van Allsburg explores the nature of good and evil in this unearthly tale of a witchs broom that has fallen from the sky with its witch still on it . . . Enchanting." Booklist, ALA, Starred Review "...you wont be able to put this broom away any more than Minna Shaw could. It will sweep the boards twelve months of the year." The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books "...will evoke pleasurable shudders..." Publishers Weekly "...Althought not strictly for Halloween, may turn out to be as much a part of that holiday as Polar Express is of Christmas." School Library Journal Details ISBN1328470199 Year 2018 ISBN-10 1328470199 ISBN-13 9781328470195 Format Hardcover Place of Publication Boston Author Chris Van Allsburg Country of Publication United States Pages 32 Media Book DOI 9781328470195 Illustrations Black and white illustrations DEWEY 813.6 Language English Edition 25th Audience Age 4-7 Publication Date 2018-09-10 US Release Date 2018-09-10 UK Release Date 2018-09-10 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Imprint Clarion Books Illustrator Chris Van Allsburg Edition Description 25th Anniversary Edition Audience Children / Juvenile AU Release Date 2018-08-10 NZ Release Date 2018-08-10 Imprint US Clarion Books Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:118990120;

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