Jingle Bells: A Magical Pop-up Edition - Hardcover

James Lord Pierpont

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9781406364446: Jingle Bells: A Magical Pop-up Edition

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1406364444 ISBN 13: 9781406364446

Publisher: GARDNERS VI BOOKS AMS006, 2015

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A beautifully illustrated cut-paper mini edition of the classic Christmas song, with a spectacular pop-up finale. This beautiful cut-paper edition of "Jingle Bells" features a spectacular pop-up finale and silhouette illustrations by Niroot Puttapipat, illustrator of The Night Before Christmas. "Jingle Bells" is an irreplaceable part of Christmas celebrations, and this is the perfect book to share on Christmas Eve. With the turn of each page, the scene transforms, capturing the thrill of sleigh-riding in the snow and the magic of the Christmas season. An ideal gift, and a book to treasure for ever.

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About the Author:

James Lord Pierpont (1822-1893) was born in Boston, Massachussetts, the son of a pastor. He became the organist and director of music at a church in Savannah, Georgia, and he fought for the South in the American Civil War. "Jingle Bells" is one of the most popular songs in the world, and was the first song broadcast from space. Niroot Puttapipat grew up in Thailand, the grandson of a Thai princess. He has a lifelong interest in art and literature and is passionately fond of the "Golden Age" illustrators, Oriental art and silhouettes. He is the illustrator of The Night Before Christmas (9781406302004), Aladdin (9781406316636), The Musicians of Bremen (9781844280209) and Dragon's Egg (9781844288779). Niroot lives in London, SE5.

Review:

This is a beauty. Exquisitely designed. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller * This superb pop-up book celebrates the song and Christmas in magnificent glory * The Sun * A glorious addition to any bookshelf * Little London * Exquisite . . . sure to draw a gasp of delight * Carousel * Niroot Puttapipat's stunning mainly black and white illustrations have the feel of detailed old-style silhouettes and create a wonderfully atmospheric version of this favourite song. [...] Cut-outs and hand-cut page edges make the experience even more special and it culminates in an extravagant and delicate pop-up. Stylish and elegant this beautiful little book - its miniature size is part of the appeal - will dazzle children and adults alike. -- Andrea Reece * Love Reading 4 Kids * A beautiful cut-paper mini edition of the classic Christmas song by James Lord Pierpont, with a spectacular pop-up finale by Niroot Puttapipat. A perfect festive stocking filler * Surrey Advertiser/Junior News & Mail/School Scoop * A beautiful cut-paper edition of the classic Christmas song 'Jingle Bells', with a spectacular pop-up finale Christmas scene. * Angels & Urchins *

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