The Snowman
By Raymond Briggs
At midnight, a snowman wakes—then whisks one astonished boy into the skies.
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What is The Snowman about?
On a snowy winter's night, a young boy builds a snowman who magically comes to life at midnight. Together, they embark on an enchanting adventure, exploring the boy's home and soaring through the night sky to a festive gathering of snowpeople. This timeless, wordless picture book beautifully captures the wonder and innocence of childhood imagination.
About the author
Raymond Briggs was a much-loved British author and illustrator, best known for his magical book 'The Snowman'. He created many wonderful stories filled with adventure, imagination, and heart-warming pictures. Raymond’s books have been enjoyed by children all over the world and often inspire films and stage shows that bring his stories to life.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
2013
First published
1978
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