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Night before Christmas: A Visit from St. Nicholas

Name: Night before Christmas: A Visit from St. Nicholas
Author: Clement C. Moore
ISBN: 9781422392553

by Clement C. Moore

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Synopsis

On a moonlit Christmas Eve, a family has settled in for the long, cold night. All are asleep until mysterious sounds from the snow-covered lawn awaken them. The curious father -- along with the family dog, cat, parrot, & mice -- stirs from his bed to witness the arrival of that ¿right jolly old elf,¿ St. Nicholas, & his eight tiny reindeer. Welcome the joy & magic of the Christmas season into your home with this beloved holiday poem, made new again in this gift edition brightened by the humor & warmth of Reginald Birch¿s illustrations. ¿Happy Christmas to all . . . & to all a good night.¿ Compact format.

About the Author, Clement C. Moore

Clement Moore

Clement C. Moore (17791863), an American scholar and poet, first wrote The Night Before Christmas in 1822 to entertain his children. A friend submitted it to a local newspaper, The Troy Sentinel, where it was published on December 23, 1823. Moore's delightful description of St. Nicholas and his eight flying reindeer has since become the definitive portrait of Santa Claus.