Jingle Bells - by James Lord Pierpont (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"James Lord Pierpont wrote the song 'Jingle Bells' for Sunday-school children to perform at a Thanksgiving concert in 1857. It is now an irreplaceable part of Christmas celebrations around the world. This exquisite cut-paper edition, with elegant illustrations by Niroot Puttapipat, captures the thrill of sleigh riding and the magic of the season. The scene transforms with the turn of each page, showing a sleight ride across a snowy landscape. It's the perfect book to share during the holidays and to treasure forever"--Front jacket flap.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>An elegant cut-paper edition of the classic Christmas song transforms with each turn of the page and offers a spectacular pop-up finale.</b> <p/>Written by American songwriter James Lord Pierpont for Sunday-school children to perform at an 1857 Thanksgiving concert, "Jingle Bells" is now an irreplaceable part of Christmas traditions around the world. Niroot Puttapipat's exquisite cut-paper edition, with their silhouetted illustrations at once bold and delicate, follows a sleigh ride across a snowy landscape. Featuring scenes that change on every spread and a stunning 3-D pop-up at the end, this holiday keepsake captures the thrill of a winter adventure and the magic of the season.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>An exquisite interpretation of the ever popular Christmas song "Jingle Bells" is a companion piece to Puttapipat's stellar edition of The Night Before Christmas (2007)...this is a lovely version of the beloved song that could be used by an adult reader to mesmerize a young audience.<br>--Kirkus Reviews (starred review) <p/>Delicate cut-out shapes (such as the "skyline" of the town) and restrained use of red, green, and gold accents give the book a polished, sophisticated presence, while a final pop-up, featuring an enormous Christmas tree flanked by builds and revelers, concludes the book (and the song) on a celebratory note.<br>--Publishers Weekly (starred review) <p/>The traditional song is enhanced with meticulous and elegant illustrations in black and white, plus intense pops of red, green, and gold...This one is definitely for display.<br>--School Library Journal<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>James Lord Pierpont </b>(1822-1893) was born in Boston, the son of a pastor. A composer and songwriter, he served as organist and director of music at a church in Savannah, Georgia. "Jingle Bells" is his most famous tune and one of the most popular songs in the world; it was the first song broadcast from space. <p/><b>Niroot Puttapipat </b>grew up in Thailand, the grandson of a Lanna princess. He has a lifelong interest in art and literature, and he most recently illustrated <i>The Night Before Christmas. </i>He lives in London.
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