Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas

Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas

The inspiration for the beloved Jim Henson film is back in print after over 40 years.
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In 1977, when Jim Henson debuted the now-classic film Emmet Otterâ€™s Jug-Band Christmas, few knew it was based on a story written and illustrated by Russell and Lillian Hoban, creators of Bread and Jam for Frances and other treasured childrenâ€™s books. With an enduring score by the great Paul Williams, the movie remains a holiday tradition in homes across America. Now the book that started it all is back in print, in a beautiful gift edition that will thrill Muppets fans young and old.
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Inspired by the classic tale â€œThe Gift of the Magi,â€ the story begins in a poor country cottage, as Emmet Otter dreams of buying Ma a piano for Christmas, while Ma dreams of buying Emmet a guitar. When a village talent contest is announced, both imagine their dreams coming true. But what they donâ€™t imagine finding is their real rewardâ€”the power of love, family, and hope in hard times. It is a story that reaches into a readerâ€™s heart and reminds us all that fortune favors the brave.

AÂ Bank Street College of EducationÂ 2018Â Best Children's Book of the Year

"[A]Â welcome reissue of the Hobansâ€™ 1971 story . . . Colorful illustrations of the close-knit animal community containÂ plenty of warmth."â€”The Horn Book
Country USA
Brand Doubleday
Manufacturer Doubleday Books for Young Readers
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber Illustrated
Color White
ReleaseDate 2017-10-24
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9781524714574

Country	USA
Brand	Doubleday
Manufacturer	Doubleday Books for Young Readers
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	Illustrated
Color	White
ReleaseDate	2017-10-24
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	9781524714574

Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas

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