A Child‘s Christmas in Wales

"A worthy match of art and story, sure to become a favorite edition each holiday season." — Booklist; Starred Review; Editor‘s Choice selection "This Christmas treasure of both Hyman‘s illustrations and Thomas‘ eloquent prose will draw children into the world of Wales. A book to delight both children and parents." — School Library Journal, Starred Review "Illustrations by award-winning artist Trina Schart Hyman bring new life to this charming story in which Thomas reminisces about his childhood Christmas memories. This book is best shared with the entire family." — The Washington Post "Simple, lyrical, poignant, uplifting--this is a true holiday rarity, one that shouldn‘t be missed." — Common Sense Media "This lovely little memoir is also a terrific way to introduce readers to Dylan Thomas’s work... [T]he reason to choose this edition rather than any others...is the charming artwork. The illustrations by Trina Schart Hyman...will enchant readers with their old-fashioned look and charming details. This is a perfect holiday gift." — Manhattan Book Review "Hyman‘s illustrations make this book one with general audience appeal at Christmas--or any time." — The Horn Book "The poet‘s voice is heard again in the paen to the long-ago holiday in his Welsh neighborhood. It is impressively real in the paintings and ink drawings that illustrate Thomas‘ well-loved memoir and surpass Hyman‘s previous award winners." — Publishers Weekly "Children will love to cuddle close and view the detailed illustrations which expand this classic, giving it added continuity and depth." — Los Angeles Times Book Review