Polar Express 30th Anniversary Edition: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids Hardcover – Picture Book, 15 September 2015

What a gorgeous edition for celebrating 30th anniversary of the book. The size of the book is enormously large to demonstrate the beautiful artistry by the author. The full size illustrations are too good and very well depict the imaginary world.My son loved the movie of same title and watched it so many times that I thought of gifting this wonderful edition to him. And he was so thrilled to receive it, going through it 2-3 times on the day he got it.There is a small note from the author at the end of the book which is worth reading. As we grow up and start adjusting with the reality, we slowly start leaving behind the childhood imaginary world which once thrilled and entertained our lives. But there is always a train that would take us to that bygone days and help cherish the memories forever.There is a password in the book to download the audio book which has a melodious background symphony. Listening to the audio while going through the illustrations is the thing your kid would surely love.* Note - Above review is for the 30th Anniversary Edition ISBN 978-0544580145 :

Good Read by my daughter who liked the same.

Very nicely done. Lovely imagery. For me, the book came to life. A classic for the ages and one that I read every now and then when winter sets in and Christmas is around the corner.

Very nice illustrations. Beautiful font.Giving 4 stars only because being an adult I felt it's very short especially after seing movie this seems a very short summary. Also, size of book could be bigger only to bring artwork to a greater life.Still, it's great to have it, own it. Seing the cover itself brings a smile on my face everytime I have a look at it.Thanks to the author for creating this bookI still hear the bell.

Does not encourage independent thinking. Wants kids to continue to believe in Santa Claus.

I ordered it for my 5 year old. Immer both love it. Paper quality is also very good but the colours could have been brighter as kids love colourful story books

Received virtually a pocket book with tiny font. Nothing alluring about the edition. Intend to return it

love the movie and the book is beautiful with rich illustrations.