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. One December
morning James is thrilled to wake up to see snow falling. 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. That night something magical happens - the Snowman comes
to life! He and James take to the skies on a magical adventure where they meet someone very
special. 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. Also
available for 0-6yrs: The Snowman - the classic wordless picture book by Raymond Briggs The
Snowman: Book of the Film - a picture book based on the classic film The Snowman and the
Snowdog - a picture book based on the classic film sequel Praise for The Snowman: '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 'If
anyone was going to give words to this classic it had to be Morpurgo. A perfect book perfect
story perfectly told.' - Angels & Urchins '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
