Miracle on 34th street 1947 is a bestselling novella by valentine davies, based on the story he wrote for the 1947 film with the same name, which earned him an academy award for best story. Notably the first christmas movie released by 20th century fox, it is the story of what takes place in new york city following the macys thanksgiving day parade, as people are left wondering whether or not a department store santa might be the real thing. The actual very first edition of miracle on 34th street was published in 1947 by harcourt, brace and co. This novella based on the film was written by valentine davies, who had also written the original story for the film. Miracle on 34th street 1947 christmas specials wiki.
Pages are intact and are not marred by notes or highlighting, but may contain a neat previous owner name. I like this version of miracle on 34 th better than the 1947 version for a number of reasons. Adam blakeney, senior specialist in modern literature at peter harrington explains how to identify first editions. In contrast, the novelization, done by davies himself, is so little known that i had to add it to the goodreads database myself when i began reading it two days. Miracle on 34th street large book coffee table size 14 x10. A first edition of the novelization of the 1947 film miracle on 34th street new york. A rare first edition of this much beloved classic, complete with the even scarcer dust jacket. Miracle on 34th street reminds us christmas is not just a day, its a state of mind of wonder and joy. Miracle on 34th street, valentine davies, 1947 1st edition, hcdj. In it, santa teaches a little girl, susie, and her mother to believe in miracles and imagination. Miracle on 34th street valentine davies 1st edition. The classic is exactly what you get here on this set, and much more. When a nice old man who claims to be santa claus is institutionalized as insane, a young lawyer decides to defend him by arguing in court that he is the real thing.
Miracle on 34th street 1947 1st ed by valentine davies. This first edition by valentine davies 19051961 of miracle on 34th street is valuable but unfortunately not rare. One features the original black and white version, but the first disc includes a. Miracle on 34th street is probably my first book that ive read about santa claus. First airing in theaters in 1947, and based on a story by valentine davies though the actual screenplay was by george seaton miracle on 34th st. Miracle on 34th street a treasured part of their holiday traditions. Original priced dust jacket exhibits slight wear at.
Valentine davies the lives of three people are changed by an old man who insists that he is santa claus. Small octavo, original russet cloth, original dust jacket. First, this is more consistent in portraying a true moral premise. Published in 1947 by harcourt, brace and company of new york. I read the book miracle on 34th street by, valentine davies. The story takes place between thanksgiving day and christmas day in new york city. Generations of believers in hope and goodwill have made valentine davies miracle on 34th street a treasured part of their holiday traditions. Miracle on 34th street by valentine davies 1947 hardcover 1st edition. Forced to prove his sanity, he is taken to court where he must convince the judge and.
For more on miracle on 34th street, we discussed it as a community towards the end of our november book club meeting. Ask and answer questions about the novel or view study guides, literature essays and more. The granddaddy of holiday movies, miracle on 34th streets 1947 popularity as a perennial annual tradition predates even frank capras its a wonderful life by a few years, though the wizard of oz aired at christmastime during the late1950s and early60. If your copy is a 3rd printing, or a book club edition, it wont have the same value as a first edition. I purchased almost free and when i saw the prices for this kind of jewels i was surprised. Miracle on 34th street, american comedy film, released in 1947, that became a perennial family favorite at christmastime. This facsimile edition faithfully recreates the first hardcover publication, inviting new families or readers to celebrate both the story and the charm of the original design. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. What came first the book or the movie miracle on 34th street. Opening to miracle on 34th street 1979 vhs true hq. Miracle on 34th street is a 1947 film starring maureen ohara, john payne, natalie wood, and edmund gwenn. Is there any value to a 1st addition of miricle on 34th. Dust jacket near fine price cut stated first edition 712x912 tall. A macys department store santa who insists his name is kris kringle teaches everyone a lesson in love, faith.
Its a solid look at the movie with a lot of the actors discussing it. Miracle on 34th street valentine davies first edition. Miracle on 34th street initially released as the big heart in the united kingdom is a 1947 american christmas comedydrama film written and directed by george seaton and based on a story by valentine davies. A storybook edition of the christmas classic by valentine davies estate, susanna leonard hill, et al. Basis for the timeless film of the same name starring maureen ohara, john payne and featuring edmund gwenn as kris kringle. Miracle on 34th street rare first edition from our christmas treasures. Jul 31, 20 adam blakeney, senior specialist in modern literature at peter harrington explains how to identify first editions. Miracle on 34th street rare first edition best christmas. Miracle on 34th street 1947 1st ed by valentine davies for. Is there any value to a 1st addition of miricle on 34th street. Miracle on 34th street stated first edition, 1947 by. Miracle on 34th street by davies, valentine and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
A facsimile edition of the book is now faithfully recreated, offering a new generationand fans of the originalthe beauty. First edition 1947 of the novella adaption of the original 1947 film, miracle on 34th street miracle on 34th street 1947 is a bestselling novella by valentine davies, based on the story he wrote for the 1947 film with the same name, which earned him an academy award for best story. In any case, miracle on 34th street and capras film are among the few classic movies and virtually the only black and. There are two discs here to enjoy for this holiday feature that you almost cant let a year go by without seeing. A copy that has been read, but remains in excellent condition. Original priced dust jacket exhibits slight wear at corner tips. Collecting miracle on 34th street by davies, valentine. It stars maureen ohara, john payne, natalie wood, and edmund gwenn. Dec 28, 20 the actual very first edition of miracle on 34th street was published in 1947 by harcourt, brace and co. The miracle on 34th street is a 1947 movie, now a christmas classic. Millions of copies of this awardwinning story have sold since its first publication in 1947, delighting readers of all ages. Find great deals on ebay for miracle on 34th street 1947 and miracle on 34th street 1947 dvd. Collecting miracle on 34th street by davies, valentine first edition.
In 1985, it became one of the first fulllength black and white films to be colorized. Miracle on 34th street gift edition by valentine davies and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It features a lower right corner divot on the rear board, which probably indicates it. Your place to buy and sell all things handmade miracle on 34th street, great neck. Nov 29, 2016 what makes miracle on 34th street so delightful is the way it constantly turns the question of belief vs. On the other hand, if miracle on 34th street is a thanksgiving movie, then it celebrates all the iconic images of that holiday and confirms that we all have something to be thankful about, no matter how cynical or ironic a front we may put on. With ed wynn, peter lind hayes, mary healy, orson bean. What makes miracle on 34th street so delightful is the way it constantly turns the question of belief vs. It features a lower right corner divot on the rear board, which probably indicates it was sold through a book club or promotion.
The main message or theme that i got from the book was anythings possibleyou just have to believe. Miracle on 34th street 1994 the moral premise blog. With edmund gwenn, maureen ohara, john payne, gene lockhart. A book based on the classic twentiethcentury fox christmas film 1947, in a reversal of. Valentine davies a macys department store santa who insists his name is kris kringle teaches everyone a lesson in love, faith and the value of imagination. Miracle on 34th street first edition valentine davies. I have a first edition copy of miracle on 34th street by.
A first edition slim hardcover volume of valentine davies classic christmas story, miracle on 34th street. A hardcover book published in 1958 by viking isnt the same as a reprint published by penguin in 1963. Abaa miracle on 34th street by davies, valentine search. A storybook edition of the christmas classic valentine davies estate, hill, susanna leonard, newman gray, james on. Buy miracle on 34th street reprint by davies, valentine isbn. Thank you to netgalley and sourcebooks jabberwocky for allowing me to read an arc of miracle on 34th street. First edition miracle on 34th street, with dust jacket, great condition, book, 1947, harcourt, brace and company, new york. First edition of this modern christmas classic, published to coincide with the release of the famous movie, in scarce dust jacket. First edition, presentation copy, of this christmas classic, inscribed in the year of publication by the author. The plot revolves around a little girls interactions with a man playing santa claus at the macys department store in new york city and his. Miracle on 34th street 1947 1st ed by valentine davies for sale. Apr 19, 2012 this first edition by valentine davies 19051961 of miracle on 34th street is valuable but unfortunately not rare.
Miracle of 34th street by valentine davies, first edition abebooks. Lacking the rare wraparound band promoting the film version. Small octavo, original brown cloth, original dust jacket. Miracle on 34th street was first released on vhs and laserdisc in 1987. Doris walker is in charge of running the macys day parade, which takes place on thanksgiving day. Miracle on 34th street first edition on liveauctioneers. Miracle on 34th street, first edition on liveauctioneers. Wonderful story that should be read every christmas an old man named kris kringle who believed he was santa clause, is determined to restore faith back into the christmas season especially in three people who needed it very much. This is a twentiethcentury christmas carol and based davies original screenplay for the 1947 movie classic, starring natalie wood, george seaton, and maureen ohara. Fine in an excellent dust jacket with the first edition points on the rear panel. Miracle of 34th street by valentine davies abebooks.
Information on buying and collecting miracle on 34th street by davies, valentine with a guide to first edition identification, points of issue and price and publication history. Miracle on 34th street is a 22minute feature originally aired on amc detailing the conception of the film, the casting, the filming of the parade, etc. Miracle on 34th street by valentine davies, tomie depaola. The perfect book to read with a steaming mug under your christmas tree. Miracle on 34th street first edition signed valentine. I have a first edition copy of miracle on 34th street by valentine. Miracle of 34th street by valentine davies, first edition. A brief historical note, new in this edition, details the simultaneous development of the book and film. Here we offer the stated first edition of the classic christmas story, miracle on 34th street, by valentine davies, printed in 1947 by harcourt, brace, and company, new york.
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