Our "Polar Express" also has a recorded CD with it, read by well-known actor Liam Neeson. "Jumanji" and "Polar Express" are amongst Chris Van Allsburg's many spectacular books in our "Featured Author" Collection. The page edges are covered with gold gilt, a very vulnerable part of the book usually but this copy is perfect with no marks on the gold gilt at all. Bound in full green leather with gold cover designs, moire silk endpapers and a bound-in silk bookmark. This recording was done for the 30th Anniversary of Jumanji in 2011 by the original publisher, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and it is a wonderful feature of this book set.
Also includes the wonderful Jumanji CD with Robin Williams reading the book. Item #4717 A beautiful Easton Press full leather edition signed by the author, Chris Van Allsburg, on the signature page. He lives in Rhode Island with his wife and two children.Easton Press, 2016. Jumanji: 30th Anniversary Edition is written by Chris Van Allsburg and published by Clarion Books. Chris Van Allsburg was formerly an instructor at the Rhode Island School of Design. In 1982, Jumanji won the National Book Award and in 1996, it was made into a popular feature film. The author and illustrator of numerous picture books for children, he has also been awarded the Regina Medal for lifetime achievement in children's literature. Van Allsburg's illustrations have a beautiful simplicity of design, balance, texture, and a subtle intelligence beyond the call of illustration." The New York Times -Ībout the Author Chris Van Allsburg is the winner of two Caldecott Medals, for Jumanji and The Polar Express, as well as the recipient of a Caldecott Honor Book for The Garden of Abdul Gasazi. This story about a game that comes startlingly to life is a family favorite that inspires imagination and explores the ever-shifting line between fantasy and reality. The surreal story also became the basis of multiple blockbuster film adaptations.
This picture book classic from Chris Van Allsburg has been honored with many awards, including the Caldecott Medal. Little did they know when they unfolded its ordinary-looking playing board that they were about to be launched into the most exciting and bizarre adventure of their lives. But they were searching for something interesting to do, so they decided to give Jumanji a try. The game under the tree looked like a hundred others Peters and Judy had at home.
Roll the dice, make your move, and plunge into one of the most imaginative stories of our time! This special anniversary edition contains an audio download of renowned actor Robin Williams reading the timeless tale. About the Book Since its original publication, "Jumanji" has been honored with many awards, including the Caldecott Medal, and in 1996, the surreal story was adapted to fit the big screen.
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