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Books in The Classic Edition series

  • The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit Touch-and-Feel Board Book: The Classic Edition

    Beatrix Potter, Charles Santore

    Board book (Applesauce Press, Feb. 4, 2020)
    Beatrix Potter’s beloved character, now in a touch-and-feel lift-the-flap book for kids of all ages! Beatrix Potter’s beloved character, now as a touch-and-feel lift-the-flap board book! Sturdy, tactile pages and rounded corners make this classic children’s book the perfect gift for all ages. Charles Santore’s beautiful, best-selling illustrations capture the spirit of this classic book and make the story leap off the page, while the tactile elements on each page and the lift-the-flap activities help kids learn textures and colors, as well as refine their motor skills. Great for Easter baskets and baby showers, this book is the perfect way to share one of your favorite Beatrix Potter stories with friends and loved ones.
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  • The Peter Rabbit Plush Gift Set: The Classic Edition Board Book + Plush Stuffed Animal Toy Rabbit Gift Set

    Beatrix Potter, Charles Santore

    Board book (Applesauce Press, March 21, 2017)
    The beloved story of Peter Rabbit is now available in a charming and affordable gift set, featuring a soft and cuddly Peter Rabbit plush!Explore the world of Peter Rabbit with a cuddly plush of everyone’s favorite rabbit that looks just like him! Beatrix Potter’s classic tale features charming illustrations by New York Times bestselling artist Charles Santore.
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  • The Night Before Christmas Oversized Padded Board Book: The Classic Edition, The New York Times Bestseller

    Clement Moore, Charles Santore

    Board book (Applesauce Press, Oct. 31, 2017)
    Here is the wonderful new version of the classic poem every family should own. This edition of The Night Before Christmas is lavishly illustrated by renowned, New York Times #1 Bestselling artist Charles Santore, the critically-acclaimed illustrator of multiple classic tales, including The Wizard of Oz, Snow White and The Little Mermaid. This is an oversized padded board book edition of the classic The Night Before Christmas.Since the poem’s inception in 1823, The Night Before Christmas has been a yearly staple of the holiday season told in countless households. Perfectly capturing the memorable charm of Clement C. Moore’s iconic poem, Charles Santore lends his artwork of fantastical splendor to tell the tale of Saint Nick’s visit, this time in a durable oversized board book that captures the same magical detail and charm as editions beforehand. Children will love this book built especially for them!
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  • The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit Hardcover: And Other Cherished Stories

    Beatrix Potter, Charles Santore

    Hardcover (Applesauce Press, Oct. 1, 2013)
    The tales of Peter Rabbit are celebrated in this full-color classic edition that features never-before-seen original art and a newly designed format. New York Times bestselling illustrator Charles Santore brings the adventure-filled world of the beloved bunny and friends to life with original illustrations, masterfully reproduced using the most advanced digital imaging technology. The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit includes a beautiful 4-panel gatefold and a limited supply of exclusive signed and numbered collectible posters for select retailers.The world’s most beloved bunny has engaged young readers with adventure-filled stories and valuable lessons for many generations. Peter Rabbit’s perilous run-ins with Mr. McGregor and the tales of his playful siblings and friends are accompanied by captivating, original illustrations by critically acclaimed illustrator Charles Santore. Children can flip through the pages with joy and excitement as the mischievous and disobedient Peter Rabbit scurries through forbidden territory and later faces the consequences. These cautionary yet gripping tales are made further compelling with masterfully reproduced original art, newly designed layouts and a beautiful 46-inch-wide 4-panel gatefold. A timeless gift and traditional family classic to add to any collection.
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  • The Classic Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher: The Classic Edition

    Beatrix Potter, Charles Santore

    Board book (Applesauce Press, July 21, 2015)
    The beloved classic tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher the Frog is now available in board book format featuring original artwork from New York Times bestselling illustrator Charles Santore.Join Mr. Jeremy Fisher as he puts on his shiny galoshes one rainy day and hops aboard his water lily boat to fish for minnows—only to discover that the pond can be a dangerous place for a frog! Incredible illustrations with the finest details from New York Times bestselling artist Charles Santore capture the spirit of this classic tale, printed on sturdy board stock that will withstand years and generations of repeated reading and handling. This edition is a must-have for every child’s library.
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  • Paul Revere's Ride: The Classic Edition

    Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Elizabeth Encarnacion, Charles Santore

    Hardcover (Applesauce Press, Nov. 4, 2014)
    Brilliant illustrations of the first battle cry for American independence spring from the pages of Paul Revere’s Ride, illustrated by acclaimed artist Charles Santore in this newly redesigned edition of the classic tale.Listen, my children, and you shall hear Of the midnight ride of Paul Revere So begins the classic poem of devoted patriot Paul Revere’s midnight ride on April 18, 1775. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow wrote the poem in 1860 as a tribute to the revolutionary hero who rode his horse through Medford, Lexington, and Concord to warn the American patriots that the British were coming to attack. This edition features incredible illustrations that are drawn from extensive research and careful historical consideration. From the hands of New York Times bestselling artist Charles Santore, detailed paintings show the dramatic landscape of the Charlestown shore, the Old North Church, the king’s army down to the red-coats and caps, and the streets of Boston and surrounding villages. Santore’s research enabled him to draw accurate depictions of everything from Colonial costumes and architecture to the landlord’s coat of arms and the furniture at the Wayside Inn.
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  • A Stowaway on Noah's Ark: The Classic Edition

    Charles Santore

    Hardcover (Applesauce Press, Feb. 3, 2015)
    New York Times bestseller and award-winning illustrator Charles Santore retells the beloved Bible story of Noah's Ark through the eyes of a charming new hero that children will love: a stowaway mouse!Achbar the mouse hears a kindly old man tell the animals of the world that there will be a great flood, and that he has built an ark big enough for two of each kind of animal to ride out the storm. But by the time Achbar works his way through the tangle of paws and hooves, two other mice have already been selected. Achbar is terrified and does not want to be left behind! His survival instincts tell him to stow away. But will he be discovered by the old man--and will they ever see dry land again?
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  • The Velveteen Rabbit Coloring Book: The Classic Edition Coloring Book

    Margery Williams, Charles Santore

    Paperback (Applesauce Press, Jan. 31, 2017)
    Bring the Velveteen Rabbit to life in vibrant color in the enchanting new coloring book edition of The Velveteen Rabbit, featuring the award-winning artwork of Charles Santore!Originally published in 1922, The Velveteen Rabbit is a treasured classic that has warmed many hearts for decades. Now, the same magnificent artwork that has turned the hardcover classic edition into a beloved bestseller has been transformed into a charming new coloring book. Children and adults alike will be swept up in this uplifting story as they color in the brilliant black-and-white illustrations by Charles Santore!
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  • The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit Board Book: The Classic Edition

    Beatrix Potter, Charles Santore

    Board book (Applesauce Press, Sept. 16, 2014)
    The beloved classic tale of mischievous Peter Rabbit is now available in board book format featuring original illustrations from New York Times bestselling illustrator Charles Santore.From a frightening journey out of Mr. McGregor’s garden to his fir-tree home with Flopsy, Mopsy and Cotton-tail, Peter Rabbit leads the most risky and adventurous life of the bunnies. After losing his shoes and new blue jacket with brass buttons, he narrowly escapes his demise and makes it home sickly, but safely. Incredible illustrations with the finest details capture these classic moments, printed on sturdy board stock that will withstand years and generations of repeated reading and handling. This edition is a must-have for every child’s library.
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  • The Peter Rabbit Deluxe Plush Gift Set: The Classic Edition Board Book + Plush Stuffed Animal Toy Rabbit Gift Set

    Beatrix Potter, Charles Santore

    Board book (Applesauce Press, Oct. 1, 2019)
    Beatrix Potter’s best-known children’s stories are now available as a deluxe four-book boxed set that includes a lovable, huggable Peter Rabbit plush! Hop into Beatrix Potter’s classic stories, colorfully rendered by Charles Santore, with this affordable deluxe board-book gift set. Featuring The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, Mr. Jeremy Fisher, Benjamin Bunny, and the Flopsy Bunnies, this set is a great gift for Easter baskets, baby showers, and everything in between. Enjoy the heartwarming adventures of Peter Rabbit and friends while snuggled up with a soft, lovable Peter Rabbit plushie and these four books that are perfect for kids of all ages.
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  • Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

    Lewis Carroll, Charles Santore

    Hardcover (Applesauce Press, Sept. 26, 2017)
    "A stunning new edition of a classic children's book!...It's the perfect new book for your kids to enjoy...this could even become their new all-time favorite children's book...It's time to bring your child's attention to something that's truly special." -- Devante, "Kelly's Thoughts on Things" family blog Alice’s adventures come to life in the most definitive and elaborately illustrated edition of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland on the market, featuring stunning original artwork by #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Charles Santore! This beloved children’s classic bursts with never-before-seen full-color artwork from #1 New York Times best-selling illustrator Charles Santore. Complete with three breathtaking gatefolds, this classic edition promises to be the next must-read bedtime story, creating new traditions for the whole family. Children, parents and grandparents alike will share in this new addition to the family bookshelves!
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  • The Wind in the Willows: The Classic Edition

    Kenneth Grahame, Don Daily

    Hardcover (Applesauce Press, April 29, 2014)
    Original Don Daily illustrations bring the riverbank and endearing characters back to life in unparalleled quality in this classic edition of The Wind in the Willows.For more than a century, Kenneth Grahame's The Wind in the Willows has captivated children with the adventures of Mole, Rat, toad and Badger. Renowned artist Don Daily Captured the essence of these beloved stores with enchanting illustrations back in 1993; now, the beautiful artwork is posthumously published in Daily's honor in this new hardcover classic edition. The text featuring the same heartwarming tales on full color spreads, this edition is one to be treasured by a new generation of readers.
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