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This well-preserved, beautiful first edition is in near fine condition, with no marks. The book is tight, square, and unmarked. A dust jacket is not present. Susan Jeffers received a Caldecott Honor in 1974 for her illustrations in Three Jovial Huntsmen, a retelling of a traditional tale. The Caldecott Honor recognizes outstanding illustrations in children's books.

First Edition Hardcover, fine dust jacket, clean pages, no marks. This book is in like-new condition. New York Times bestselling artist and Caldecott Honor winner Susan Jeffers has created a Nutcracker as only she can—with lavish illustrations, magnificent detail, a glitter-brushed cover, and enchanting holiday scenes on every page. This is The Nutcracker as you’ve never seen it before! Makes a lovely keepsake and gift. Join Marie, Fritz, and the intriguing Nutcracker himself on a magical Christmas Eve adventure. Behold the frightful Mouse King, the elegant Sugar Plum fairies, and the entire Land of Sweets in this dazzling, gorgeously illustrated holiday classic. With spare text based on the story in the ballet, this book offers a front-row seat to the enthralling tale that is a perennial favorite of adults and children alike. And for Susan Jeffers fans looking for extra content, an author’s note is included at the end of the book, in which she explains what inspired her to turn this holiday tradition into a show-stopping picture book. A rare, special book.