The Widow's Broom
written and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg 

When Minna Shaw comes into possession of a witch's broom, it is as if good fortune itself has dropped from the sky. The broom sweeps on its own and does other chores; it can even pick out simple tunes on the piano. The widow's ignorant neighbors hate and torment the implement, though, fearing what they cannot understand; but in the end the widow and her broom triumph. This resonant tale, one of its gifted author/illustrator's most impressive efforts, effectively draws on mystery and whimsy alike--both human nature and the supernatural are powerful forces here. Van Allsburg's grainy, sepiatone illustrations variously evoke brooding, suspicion, grandeur, humor and serenity. Both visually and narratively, a provocative and altogether satisfying work.

32 pages. 8.5" x 13", hardcover.

All ages.

This copy is slightly dusty from sitting on the shelf too long.
Regular price, $18.95. Offered at $16.95

Masks
written by Kate Green/photography by Roy Gumpel  

This is a story (a poem really) about Halloween, about masks and costumes, but it is also about the deep desire, in all of us, to choose to be magically and creatively transformed.

32 pages. 10 " x 12", hardcover.

All ages.

This copy is a teeny-tiny bit dusty from sitting on the shelf too long. Out-of-print
Regular price, $16.95. Offered at $14.95

Over the River & Through the Wood
A Thanksgiving Poem
written by Lydia Maria Child & illustrated by Christopher Manson  

Written in mid-nineteenth century, this remains the traditional song of Thanksgiving in America. Christopher Manson's beautiful woodcuts carry on our view of the traditional Christmas, the horse pulling a sleighful of warmly-wrapped folks through the snow to Grandfather's house where Grandma's freshly baked pies await. Words & music are included on the last page.

28 pages. 8.75 " x 11.75", hardcover.

All ages.

This edition of the book is now out-of-print. Our inventory has one remaining copy.
Offered at $14.95

Polar Express
written and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg 

A classic and magical Christmas tale.

11.5" x 9.25" hardcover.

Regularly $17.95. Internet Special, $12.50.