The Snowman

A stunning new gift edition of The Snowman, re-imagined by beloved author Michael Morpurgo for a whole new generation of readers - now with beautiful full-colour illustrations. <BR><BR>One December morning, James is thrilled to wake up to see snow falling.<BR><BR>He spends the whole day making his perfect snowman; he has coal eyes, an old green hat and scarf and a tangerine nose... just like the snowman from his favourite story.<BR><BR>That night, something magical happens - the Snowman comes to life!<BR><BR>He and James take to the skies on a magical adventure where they meet someone very special.<BR><BR>Inspired by the timeless tale, Michael Morpurgo and Robin Shaw have created the perfect story for the whole family to share together as a new Christmas tradition. <BR><BR>Also available for 0-6yrs:<BR>The Snowman - the classic wordless picture book by Raymond Briggs<BR>The Snowman: Book of the Film - a picture book based on the classic film<BR>The Snowman and the Snowdog - a picture book based on the classic film sequel<BR><BR>Praise for The Snowman: <BR><BR>'In Raymond Briggs' story, a boy's dream comes true. Somehow, Michael Morpurgo makes Briggs' story come true. . . it has all the wonder of reading The Snowman for the first time.' - Colin Firth<BR><BR>'If anyone was going to give words to this classic, it had to be Morpurgo. A perfect book, perfect story, perfectly told.' - Angels & Urchins<BR><BR>'The Snowman by Michael Morpurgo not only brings a much-loved tale to a new audience, it brings with it an extra layer of festive magic. We predict this book will fast become as much a part of every family Christmas as snuggling down with a hot chocolate to catch the classic animation on TV.' - JUNIOR magazine