Here is the wonderful new version of the classic poem every family should own. This edition of The Night Before Christmas lavishly illustrated by renowned artist Charles Santore,the critically-acclaimed illustrator of The Wizard of OzSnow WhiteThe Little Mermaidand others. This is a hardcover edition of the classic The Night Before Christmasfeaturing a four-page gatefold and an embossed and foil-stamped cover. Since it was first published anonymously in 1823The Night Before Christmas has enchanted children with the story of St. Nicholas climbing down the chimney and filling all the stockings before springing back to his sleigh. Many families read the poem every yearand now they have a beautiful hardcover edition to treasure. The cherished poemfaithfully reproduced hereis accompanied by Charles SantoreΓÇÖs stunning illustrations.