Polar Express
Book description
Discover The Polar Express, a true Christmas classic.
"Magical" Guardian
"Evocative and atmospheric" Sunday Times
"A thrilling tale" Independent
All aboard the Polar Express to the North Pole! Follow one boy's journey to receive a very special gift from Santa himself: a bell that only true believers in Father Christmas…
Why read it?
2 authors picked Polar Express as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
It’s the cover from the movie that I love the most, which my daughter has watched to death. My son’s just getting into reading, so he’ll be getting this to open on the big day. The train in the snow screams Christmas to me. Shame when he wanted a Nintendo Switch.
From Ross' list on Christmas nostalgia.
This recent addition to the list of classic holiday books is a joy to look at—full of gorgeous, atmospheric illustrations. If this book doesn’t get you into the holiday spirit, nothing will. The profound message wrapped in this packaging is that seeing (or hearing) magical things requires belief in magical things. It’s a cautionary tale, warning against adult cynicism. That’s worth remembering, year after year.
From Barbara's list on heartwarming Christmas books.
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