"Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse"

So begins THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS an enchanting Christmas story that has brought Santa to life for generations of children, and here is the #1 New York Times bestselling edition of this classic poem.

Those opening lines from the famous Christmas poem initially published anonymously as A Visit from Saint Nicholas, and credited as a work by Clement Clark Moore, have been inspiring children and captivating their minds as they prepare for the coming Santa and his reindeer.

Carry on a family tradition or start one of your own with this new version of the classic Christmas book for children and families.

This edition includes:
• A beautifully designed hardcover with an embossed foil-stamped cover
• A large four-page foldout that helps immerse you in the story
• Lavish illustrations by renowned bestselling artist Charles Santore, the critically-acclaimed illustrator of multiple classic tales, including The Velveteen Rabbit, The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, and Aesop's Fables.
• A nod to Dutch references in the poem, specifically the Dutch name "Donder" which translates to "thunder"

Hardcover, with sleeve. View our Always Christmas Collection for more beautiful books.