{"product_id":"twas-the-night-before-christmas-clement-clarke-moore-hardcover","title":"'Twas the Night Before Christmas -- Clement Clarke Moore, Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA sweeping, joyful, and wholly original take on the beloved Clement Clarke Moore Christmas classic brought to stunning visual life by Caldecott Honor-winning creator, and master watercolorist, Jon J Muth's breathtaking illustrations, including deluxe specs with dazzling foil and a dramatic gatefold finale!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNot a creature was stirring, not even a mouse...\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA lavish, brilliant, and beautifully illustrated retelling of the classic Christmas poem, brought to life as never before by beloved master watercolorist Jon J Muth. In this wholly original retelling, Muth brings each sweeping scene and charming character to festive life in this joy-fueled and heartwarming retelling. His award-winning watercolor illustrations brim with love and light, illuminating the spirit and joy that will ignite and delight young readers and families eager to celebrate the Christmas season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom twinkling twilight scenes of Santa's journey through the night with his nine soaring reindeer, to Santa's heroic rooftop landing and miraculous trip down the chimney, and even a scene with Pa and Santa dancing together before Santa continues on his way, this is Clement C. Moore's read-aloud classic as never before. Curious readers will also love searching for the mischievous mice secretly hidden within each spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith lavish specs including foil and embossing and a rich holiday palette that sparks the joy of the Christmas season, this will be THE evergreen classic for a new generation of families to treasure!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Clement Clarke Moore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Orchard Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/06\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781338812442\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudience:\u003c\/b\u003e Ages 4-8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Night Before Christmas was written by Clement Clarke Moore in 1823, under the original title \"A Visit From St. Nicholas.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJon J Muth is beloved all over the world for his seven books featuring Stillwater the Panda, whose love and balanced approach to life always serve to make the world a better place for his young friends. Muth's many enchanting picture books include his Caldecott Honor Book \u003ci\u003eZen Shorts\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAddy's Cup of Sugar\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eStone Soup\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Three Questions\u003c\/i\u003e, which the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e called \"quietly life-changing.\" His books have been translated into more than 23 languages and are cherished by readers of all ages. Muth draws inspiration from his life-long interest in Asian Studies, including tai chi chuan, sumi ink drawing, and chado, \"the way of tea.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMuth is also renowned in the world of graphic novels. He won an Eisner Award for his paintings in the graphic novel, \u003ci\u003eThe Mystery Play\u003c\/i\u003e by Grant Morrison. He's partnered with Neil Gaiman on \u003ci\u003eThe Sandman: The Wake\u003c\/i\u003e, Walter and Louise Simonson, and Kent Williams on \u003ci\u003eHavoc \u0026amp; Wolverine: Meltdown\u003c\/i\u003e, J. M. DeMatteis on \u003ci\u003eMoonshadow\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSilver Surfer\u003c\/i\u003e, and with Stanislaw Lem on \u003ci\u003eThe Seventh Voyage\u003c\/i\u003e which was nominated for an Eisner Award for Best Adaptation in Another Medium. He lives in New York State with his wife and their four children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clement Clarke Moore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50531410051300,"sku":"9781338812442","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/9587\/8628\/files\/9781338812442.jpg?v=1790236069","url":"https:\/\/bookandmortar.com\/products\/twas-the-night-before-christmas-clement-clarke-moore-hardcover","provider":"BookandMortar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}