The Giving Tree with CD �With CD

In celebration of its 40th anniversary, one of the most beloved children's books of all time is now available in this special edition featuring an audio CD of Shel Silverstein reading his classic tale of a boy and the tree who loves him. Illustrations. n nThe Giving Tree turns fifty To celebrate the anniversary of this classic favorite by Shel Silverstein, this edition features a beautiful metallic green jacket, a commemorative gold sticker, and a CD recording of Silverstein reading The Giving Tree.n nSince it was first published fifty years ago, Shel Silverstein's poignant picture book for readers of all ages has offered a touching interpretation of the gift of giving and a serene acceptance of another's capacity to love in return.n nShel Silverstein's incomparable career as a bestselling children's book author and illustrator began with Lafcadio, the Lion Who Shot Back. He is also the creator of picture books including A Giraffe and a Half, Who Wants a Cheap Rhinoceros?, The Missing Piece, The Missing Piece Meets the Big O, and the perennial favorite The Giving Tree, and of classic poetry collections such as Where the Sidewalk Ends, A Light in the Attic, Falling Up, Every Thing On It, Don't Bump the Glump , and Runny Babbit.n nAnd don't miss Runny Babbit Returns, the new book from Shel Silverstein n