Miracle on 34th Street - by Valentine Davies (Hardcover)

About the Book

The lives of three people are changed by an old man who insists that he is Santa Claus. Details of how the book came to be written and made into a film are included in a brief historical note written by Anna Marlis Burgard.

Book Synopsis

Now available in a new paperback edition, Miracle on 34th Street is the enduring Christmas classic about a Kris Kringle working at Macy's--who might just be Santa Claus!

This classic Christmas story follows white-bearded Kris Kringle as he's asked to fill in for Macy's resident Santa Claus. He--along with children from all over New York City--believes he is the real thing. As Kris begins to inspire a feeling of true Christmas generosity and joy throughout the city, among competing department stories, and one particularly special family--a few skeptics are angered and threaten to bring him to court. With the help of his new friends, the State of New York, and the official U.S. Postal Service, Kris proves that magic is all around us.

Generations of believers in hope and goodwill have made Valentine Davies's Miracle on 34th Street a treasured part of their holiday traditions. Millions of copies of this award-winning story have sold since its first publication in 1947, delighting readers of all ages. Details of how the book came to be written, and made into a beloved film, are included in a brief historical note.

Review Quotes

"A good-hearted story about an enduring Christmas vision that never fails to fill the most jaded child with wonder."--Newsweek
"This charming fairy tale for children of all ages centers around an old man who thinks he is Santa Claus. It makes a lot more sense than most of us would like to admit."--Newsweek
"Reading the funny, touching fantasy may become a Yuletide habit like watching the movie."--Publishers Weekly
"A highly recommended family or classroom read-aloud, this should quickly claim, as the film has, its own well-deserved niche for many holiday celebrations ahead."--Booklist (boxed review)
"A splendid story."--The New York Times Book Review

About the Author

Valentine Davies (1905-1961) was a prominent Hollywood screenwriter. He was president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and a member of the Writers Guild of America, which now presents the Valentine Davies Award as one of its highest honors.