The Twelve Days of Christmas

<b>&#147;Here&#146;s a song whose lyrics everyone knows and that therefore demands something spectacular to distinguish it. This version sumptuously illustrated by Long certainly delivers.&#148;</b><br><b>&#151;<u>The New York Times</u></b><br>&#160;<br>The astounding talent of Laurel Long brings this beloved song to life with breathtaking style. Set against a lush countryside each day brings a new gift elegantly rendered. And like in the verses of the song the previous gifts are repeated in every illustration giving this striking artwork a hidden aspect culminating in a staggering spread featuring them all. Readers will pore over every page searching for golden rings turtledoves and all the rest secretly tucked into each stunning painting.<br><br>Laurel Long's unparalleled style makes this exquisite volume a treasure that will be cherished for years to come.<br>&#160;<br><b>&#147;Ms. Long has secreted lyrical clues within each picture that children will relish hunting down.&#148;</b><br><b>&#151;<u>The Wall Street Journal</u></b><br>&#160;<br><b>* &#147;Long expertly weaves religious and secular images into a visually arresting interpretation of the traditional carol.&#148;</b><br><b>&#151;<u>Publishers Weekly</u> starred review</b>