The Night Before Christmas
by Clement C. Moore, Jan Brett
The Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore, Jan Brett holds a highly rated rating of 4.36 out of 5, based on 81.6K reader ratings. First published in 1986. The book spans 32 pages.
About The Night Before Christmas
This poem first appeared in a newspaper in Troy, New York, USA, on December 23, 1823, as "A Visit From St. Nicholas". No one claimed authorship until 13 years later. Clement Clarke Moore, a professor and poet, said that he wrote the piece for his children. Unbeknownst to him, his housekeeper had sent it to the newspaper to be published. However, the family of Henry Livingston Jr. contended that their father had been reciting “A Visit from St. Nicholas” for 15 years prior to publication. Regardless of the true author, the poem is now a Christmas classic.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Clement C. Moore, Jan Brett |
| Published | 1986 |
| Pages | 32 |
| Genres | Classics, Poetry, Fiction, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 4.36 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 81,553 |
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What genre is The Night Before Christmas?
The Night Before Christmas is categorized as Classics, Poetry, Fiction, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Night Before Christmas worth reading?
Based on 81.6K reader ratings, The Night Before Christmas has an average score of 4.36 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Night Before Christmas?
The Night Before Christmas has 32 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Night Before Christmas?
The Night Before Christmas was written by Clement C. Moore, Jan Brett. It was first published in 1986.
What is the ISBN for The Night Before Christmas?
The ISBN-13 for The Night Before Christmas is 9780399231900.0.
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