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"One night, after thinking it over for some time, Harold decided to go for a walk in the moonlight." So begins this gentle story that shows just how far your imagination can take you. Armed only with an oversized purple crayon, young Harold draws himself a landscape full of beauty and excitement. But this is no hare-brained, impulsive flight of fantasy. Cherubic, round-headed Harold conducts his adventure with the utmost prudence, letting his imagination run free, but keeping his wits about him all the while. He takes the necessary purple-crayon precautions: drawing landmarks to ensure he won't get lost; sketching a boat when he finds himself in deep water; and creating a purple pie picnic when he feels the first pangs of hunger.

Two board books; endless imagination! Crockett Johnson's stories of Harold and his purple crayon have captivated readers of all ages for generations. Now two of Harold's most popular adventures are packaged together in this must-have board book gift box. Perfect as a baby shower gift or for expanding a family's Harold library, these board books are just the right size for little hands and sharing aloud at bedtime. Harold and the Purple Crayon: "One evening, after thinking it over for some time, Harold decided to go for a walk in the moonlight." Armed only with an oversized purple crayon, young Harold draws himself a landscape full of wonder and excitement. Harold's ABC: "Harold decided one evening to take a trip through the alphabet, from A to Z." Go on an adventure of the imagination as Harold draws his way through the alphabet one letter at a time.

A legendary comic strip receives a special edition from Fantagraphics, showcasing its unique artistry and storytelling.

From the treasured creator of Harold and the Purple Crayon, Crockett Johnson, comes another adventure for Harold and his magical purple crayon.Unable to fall asleep one night, Harold uses his purple crayon to create his very own bedtime fairy tale, complete with castles, fairies, flying carpets, and an enchanted garden.“An ingenious and original little picture story in which a small boy out for a walk—happily with a crayon in his hand—draws himself some wonderful adventures.” (The Horn Book)

Join Harold on a whimsical journey through the alphabet, where each letter sparks creativity and imagination. Perfectly sized for young readers, this engaging tale combines the joy of learning the ABCs with the playful adventures of Harold and his iconic purple crayon, making it an ideal choice for early literacy development.

The Scottish legends of Sawny Bean and his cannibal tribe and the roasting alive of the Abbot of Crossraguel form part of this powerful and dramatic tale of 17th Century Ayrshire and Galloway. Centred on the relentless fighting between the Kennedys of Culzean and of Bargany, the Grey Man is a tale of intrigue and treachery in a land where the rule of law came second to that of the broadsword.

From the treasured creator of Harold and the Purple Crayon, Crockett Johnson, comes another adventure for Harold and his magical purple crayon.One night Harold, with his trusty purple crayon, goes for a walk on a tightrope. Down he falls into a circus complete with trapeze, clowns, and lion tamers. A must-have for every imaginative child’s bookshelf.“As fresh and imaginative as ever.” (The Horn Book)“Harold is at the top of his form.” (New York Times)

A classic Harold and the Purple Crayon holiday adventure picture book! Harold at the North Pole finds Harold in need of a Christmas tree and Santa in need of Harold’s help. It's up to Harold to draw a pack of jolly reindeer to transport Santa, along with his big bag of toys, through the night and save Christmas! Crockett Johnson’s Christmas adventure, with its clever and inventive twists, will delight little ones eagerly awaiting Santa’s arrival. Perfect for the young readers who enjoy other classic holiday board books, such as A Christmas Wish for Corduroy, Biscuit’s Snowy Day, and Merry Christmas, Mouse! Also available in board book, paperback, and ebook editions.

Crockett Johnson's charming book about a groundhog searching for signs of spring is now back in print! First published in 1959, this edition of the funny story about a Groundhog Day mix-up features refreshed cover artwork ready to delight a whole new generation of readers. With slightly more text than Harold and the Purple Crayon, this book is great for beginning readers or for reading aloud with little ones. Pair it with Crockett Johnson's Time for Spring for even more snow-turned-to-springtime fun!

Volume 2 of Crockett Johnson's classic comic strip features 5-year-old Barnaby Baxter and his Fairy Godfather J.J. O'Malley, showcasing their whimsical misadventures from 1944-1945. The collection is designed by renowned graphic novelist Daniel Clowes, known for "Ghost World."