The Polar Express 25th Anniversary edition (signed)
The Polar Express: 25th Anniversary Edition – Hand-Signed by Chris Van Allsburg (Mint Condition)
A pristine, unread copy of the special 25th-anniversary edition of Chris Van Allsburg’s beloved holiday classic, The Polar Express. This landmark edition features the complete, original Caldecott Medal-winning artwork alongside an elegant commemorative jacket design. Includes a special ornament and CD read by Liam Neeson.
This specific copy has been hand-signed by author and illustrator Chris Van Allsburg directly on the title page. The book and its matching dust jacket are in mint condition, showing sharp corners, a pristine binding, and clean, unblemished pages throughout. It has been carefully stored in an archival environment since publication.
Biographical Profile
Chris Van Allsburg (b. 1949) is a celebrated American author and illustrator of children’s literature, recognized for his surrealistic visual style and evocative storytelling. A native of Michigan and an alumnus of the University of Michigan, Van Allsburg has received two Caldecott Medals for distinguished American picture books: Jumanji and The Polar Express. His masterfully detailed illustrations cross generational boundaries, establishing him as one of the definitive voices in modern children’s book illustration.
Bibliographic Details
- Author/Illustrator: Chris Van Allsburg
- Title: The Polar Express (25th Anniversary Edition)
- Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
- Condition: Mint (New / Unread)
- Signature: Hand-signed by Chris Van Allsburg on the title page
- Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
- Special Features: Commemorative anniversary printing, signed copy
$ 85.00
