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A partridge in a pear tree? Ten lords a-leaping? Now who would want such gifts? And more importantly--why would they be given? Beloved creator Adam Rex investigates in this hilariously heartwarming tale based on one of the best-loved Christmas songs.
Our hero is having a lonesome Christmas away from his true love. So when she sends him a gift, of course he loves it--even if a partridge in a pear tree wasn't exactly on his wishlist. Twelve days later, his home is crowded with more birds, milkmaids, pipers, and other guests than he can possibly make sense of. Why would his true love think he’d like this?!
His search for answers transforms the disaster into a source of joy for the whole town. By the time his true love gets home, the man finally understands what she’s given him.
Christmas carolers and scrooges alike will appreciate the chaos of this story as it builds upon the classic song. With graphic panels and speech-bubble dialog, this fresh take on a holiday tale embodies the Christmas spirit without fitting a cookie-cutter Santa-centric mold--all while showing readers the true meaning of Christmas.
Whether you're looking for a new Christmas read-aloud, a gift for the kid who loves Christmas but has already read and is tired of the classics, or a humorous picture book to enjoy all year round, The 13th Day of Christmas is an evergreen delight for readers of all ages.
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