The Christmas Story
(Hardback)
Publishing Details
The Christmas Story
By (Author) Robert Sabuda
Candlewick Press,U.S.
Candlewick Press,U.S.
1st September 2016
United States
Classifications
Children
Non Fiction
Physical Properties
Hardback
12
Width 210mm, Height 236mm, Spine 41mm
629g
Description
Hope and joy radiate from the pages of Robert Sabudas new pop-up book celebrating the Nativity.
Long ago in the town of Bethlehem, on a bright and starry night, a baby was born, a child who was called the son of God. Announced by an angel, born in a humble manger, laid in a bed of straw, visited by shepherds and wise menthe age-old, awe-inspiring story of the birth of Jesus is lovingly brought to life by master pop-up artist Robert Sabuda in six gorgeously imagined scenes, culminating in a 3-D manger sheltering humans and beasts, guarded by an angel above. Glinting with touches of gold and pearlescent foil, The Christmas Story is a visual feast, a holiday treasure to be shared with the whole family.
Reviews
The renowned paper engineer offers a retelling of the Nativity story...Each scene is accompanied by a paragraph of well-written summary that's carefully integrated into the backgrounds, making the text a natural partner to the exquisite art. This memorable interpretation will appeal to collectors of pop-up books and Christmas stories and to Christian families who would like a special version of the Nativity story to share on Christmas Eve.
Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
As in 2011s Chanukah Lights, the elaborate pop-ups that Sabuda crafts in this striking pop-up retelling of the Nativity story are constructed almost entirely from plain white paper, save for a few gold accents...the resulting structures have a stark power.
Publishers Weekly
Sabuda is no stranger to holiday pop-up books...The paper engineering is, as always, impressive.
Horn Book
The detail and fullness of each scene brings the Nativity to life in this book that is sure to become a family holiday treasure in homes around the world.
My Storytime Corner (blog)
His visionary take on the Nativity is destined to become a Christmas staple.
BookPage
Author Bio
Robert Sabuda is internationally acclaimed for his stunning pop-up books, including America the Beautiful and The 12 Days of Christmas. He is also the illustrator of Chanukah Lights by Michael J. Rosen. Robert Sabuda lives in New York City.
