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product_id: 4617942
title: "The Christmas Story"
price: "£5.40"
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reviews_count: 13
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# 4.8/5 stars from 4,549 reviews Vibrant full-color angelic illustrations Classic children's book since 1952 The Christmas Story

**Price:** £5.40
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎄 Relive the magic of Christmas with a timeless story that unites generations

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- **What is this?** The Christmas Story
- **How much does it cost?** £5.40 with free shipping
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## Key Features

- • **Biblical Authenticity:** Faithful retelling of the nativity story, perfect for Christian families
- • **Highly Rated & Trusted:** Top-ranked in Children’s Christian Holiday Fiction with stellar reviews
- • **Illustrations That Inspire:** Beautifully detailed, full-color artwork that captivates young minds
- • **Timeless Holiday Tradition:** A beloved Christmas classic cherished across generations
- • **Perfect Gift for Little Readers:** Short, sweet, and easy-to-understand narrative ideal for children

## Overview

The Christmas Story is a classic children's book originally published in 1952 and revised in 1980, featuring vibrant full-color illustrations and a faithful retelling of the nativity. Highly rated with 4.8 stars from over 4,500 reviews, it ranks #2 in Children's Christian Holiday Fiction and #40 in Children's Christmas Books, making it a cherished holiday tradition for families.

## Description

desertcart.com: The Christmas Story: 9780307989130: Jane Werner Watson, Eloise Wilkin: Books

Review: A Gentle, Beautiful Way to Share the True Meaning of Christmas ✨ - This Little Golden Book edition of The Christmas Story is a beautiful, age-appropriate way to share the meaning of Christmas with young children. The classic illustrations and gentle storytelling keep little ones engaged without overwhelming them, and the durable format is perfect for small hands. It’s short enough for bedtime but meaningful enough to spark great conversations. We read it every December, and it’s become a sweet holiday tradition in our home. Tip: This book pairs perfectly with Christmas pajamas or a quiet Christmas Eve read before bed. I highly recommend this book & I hope this review is helpful 👍🏻
Review: A very special book for little minds. - This is a true children's classic from Golden Books. The beautiful Christmas story, just for young children with beautiful illustrations. The original writing was 1952 and revised in 1980. A special book ....thank you.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #24,155 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #29 in Children's Christian Holiday Fiction #47 in Children's Christmas Books (Books) #131 in Children's Jesus Books (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (4,612) |
| Dimensions  | 6.69 x 0.2 x 7.99 inches |
| Edition  | Illustrated |
| ISBN-10  | 0307989135 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0307989130 |
| Item Weight  | 3.99 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 24 pages |
| Publication date  | January 1, 1999 |
| Publisher  | Golden Books |
| Reading age  | 2 - 5 years, from customers |

## Images

![The Christmas Story - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71zyaXHKA0L.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Gentle, Beautiful Way to Share the True Meaning of Christmas ✨
*by C***✨ on December 20, 2025*

This Little Golden Book edition of The Christmas Story is a beautiful, age-appropriate way to share the meaning of Christmas with young children. The classic illustrations and gentle storytelling keep little ones engaged without overwhelming them, and the durable format is perfect for small hands. It’s short enough for bedtime but meaningful enough to spark great conversations. We read it every December, and it’s become a sweet holiday tradition in our home. Tip: This book pairs perfectly with Christmas pajamas or a quiet Christmas Eve read before bed. I highly recommend this book & I hope this review is helpful 👍🏻

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A very special book for little minds.
*by B***A on January 18, 2026*

This is a true children's classic from Golden Books. The beautiful Christmas story, just for young children with beautiful illustrations. The original writing was 1952 and revised in 1980. A special book ....thank you.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Beautifully Written and Illustrated Christmas Classic
*by E***! on January 4, 2026*

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 Five Christmas Blessings Rating! I purchased The Christmas Story for my granddaughter and grandson. It was a favorite of mine as a young child. The full color illustrations are angelic and tell the story of Jesus's birth. It's the biblical version of the meaning of Christmas. I highly recommend this classic story that is a short and sweet depiction of the reason for the Christmas season. So happy to have this story reprinted to carry on a tradition for future generations to enjoy.

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*Last updated: 2026-04-23*