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Christmas Around the World

A Pop-Up Book

Full Description

Master pop-up artist Chuck Fischer's most glorious creation yet -- CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD is the perfect holiday gift. Featuring France, Germany, Russia, Latin America, Scandinavia, Great Britain, Italy, and the United States, every spread is packed with delights: a luxurious central pop-up image, plus removable booklets, pullouts, mini pop-ups, and more. The text illuminates unique Christmas traditions, gift legacies, and portraits of mythic figures, such as England's Father Christmas and Italy's Le Befana. Like Christmas in New York, CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD is destined to become a treasured keepsake and a bestseller for years to come.

About Author

Chuck Fischer's paintings hang in some of the finest residences in the world. His designs have been reproduced on china for Lenox and home furnishings, including wallpaper and fabrics in the permanent collection of the Cooper-Hewitt Museum. He is the author of three previous pop-up books--THE WHITE HOUSE, GREAT AMERICAN HOUSES AND GARDENS, and CHRISTMAS IN NEW YORK. He lives in New York City.

Critical Praise

"This books comes to life with beautiful and colorful illustrations that pop up when you turn the pages. Each page has an exquisite pop up that relates to the story on that particular double page spread as well as flaps that fold out and tell more of the story or small booklets, interactive pieces, and more. Click here to see a couple of pictures of the pop ups. The back of the book is a box that pulls out with a Santa sleigh that you can pop together. Overall, I give this book 5 stars for it's beauty, interesting tidbits and story as well as it's uniqueness."
-Laurawilliamsmusings.blogspot.com

"Christmas Around The World is a delightful book and will make an envious gift, but not for children. This is a collector’s gift, a work of art. The book is well made other than a few of the pop-ups extending slightly too far. They will be easily bent and damaged. My copy will be a family heirloom, passed from generation to generation."
-Reviewyourbook.com

"What a fantastic book! It really made me day getting it, and it will be a family keepsake. I've even talked my librarian into ordering one for them!"
-Christysbookblog.blogspot.com

"No better time than, like, right now to dive into CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD, a pop-up book by Chuck Fischer. The volume is pretty thick, which should give you an idea how elaborate the 3-D pop-ups actually are. The scenes depict settings of seasonal celebration via die-cut pieces with the requisite pull tabs for interaction. Flaps on the spreads fold out to reveal mini-booklets adorned with authentic Victorian illustrations, and delving into related historical topics like Charles Dickens, advent calendars and the real Saint Nicholas."
-Bookgasm.com

"Like Christmas in New York, Christmas Around the World is destined to become a treasured keepsake and a bestseller for years to come."
-AWidow.com

"Oh my goodness, what a delightful book! I had no idea when I opened the cover what I would find. This is the most beautiful Christmas Keepsake I have seen, and of course will be passed down for generations in our family."
-Readerviews.com

"This is hands down the most amazing pop-up book I've ever seen. I can't imagine the work that went into designing and assembling each one. There is so much to look at in this book that I've read through it three times and I still keep finding hidden surprises like pullouts and mini booklets. The book features stories and traditions from countries such as, France, Germany, Russia, Latin America, Scandinavia, Great Britain, Italy, and the United States. This book could easily become a treasured family tradition. The whole family enjoyed gathering around this one. It would also make an amazing Christmas gift."
-Spiltmilkblog.blogspot.com

"Christmas Around the World is an innovative and highly addictive, interactive, 12-page, pop-up book that will delight readers of all ages!"
-Tundraco.com/LargePrintreviews.com

"This book is an exceptional way for anyone to get into the Christmas mood. It is guaranteed to put a smile on your face once you open the cover. By placing it on an entry table or other high traffic area it is assured to be a true conversation piece. Very highly recommended."
-Myshelf.com

"Christmas Around the World is richly illustrated and provides a wealth of information in a fun and interesting manner. Fischer highlights fascinating holiday traditions and shows readers that while the celebrations may differ in some ways, in many they are similar. It's a good lesson at a time of year when many people think of others and perhaps see that we are not so different after all."
-Bookloons.com

Little Brown and Company
Category:
RELIGION
Format:
HARDCOVER BOOK
Publish Date:
10/29/2007
Price:
$30.00
ISBN:
9780316117951
Pages:
12
Size:
10-1/2" x 9"

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