NEW Little Golden Book - Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer

Publisher: Golden Books

Publication Date: 3 March 2003

Edition: 1st

Language: English

Print length: 32 pages

ISBN-10: 0307988295

ISBN-13: 978-0307988294

Reading age: 2-4 years

Item Weight: 90 grams

Dimensions: 16 cm x 0.5 cm x 20 cm

Origins: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer was created in 1939 by Robert L. May, a copywriter for Montgomery Ward department stores. The character was developed as a Christmas promotional giveaway, and the original story was distributed as a colouring book to children visiting Santa Claus at Montgomery Ward stores.

Song Success: In 1949, May's brother-in-law, songwriter Johnny Marks, adapted the story into the famous song "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," which was recorded by Gene Autry. The song became an instant hit and has since become one of the best-selling Christmas songs of all time.

Television Special: The 1964 stop-motion animated television special produced by Rankin/Bass became a beloved holiday tradition, introducing characters like Hermey the misfit elf and Yukon Cornelius. This version expanded on May's original story and has aired annually on television for decades.

Cultural Impact: Rudolph has become one of the most recognisable and beloved Christmas characters worldwide, joining Santa's other reindeer (Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, and Blitzen) as an integral part of Christmas mythology.

Message of Acceptance: The story's enduring popularity stems from its universal message about embracing differences and finding value in what makes us unique. Rudolph's glowing nose, initially a source of ridicule, becomes the very thing that saves Christmas.

Literary Adaptations: Rudolph's story has been adapted into numerous formats, including this Little Golden Book edition, various films, television specials, stage productions, and countless other books, ensuring new generations continue to discover this timeless tale.

Rudolph: The story's protagonist, a young reindeer born with a bright red, glowing nose that sets him apart from the other reindeer. Initially ashamed of his unique feature, Rudolph learns to embrace what makes him special.

Hermey (Herbie): A misfit elf who doesn't want to make toys but dreams of becoming a dentist instead. Hermey becomes Rudolph's loyal friend and helps teach the lesson that it's okay to be different and pursue your own dreams.

Yukon Cornelius: A cheerful prospector who befriends Rudolph and Hermey during their adventures. Known for his boisterous personality and his quest to find silver and gold, Yukon helps the friends on their journey.

Santa Claus: The jolly figure who recognises Rudolph's special gift when a foggy Christmas Eve threatens to cancel Christmas. Santa asks Rudolph to lead his sleigh, turning what was once a source of shame into a heroic distinction.

The Other Reindeer: Initially exclude Rudolph from their games because of his different appearance, teaching young readers about the pain of exclusion and the importance of accepting others.

Clarice: A young doe who sees past Rudolph's red nose and appreciates him for who he is, representing the value of true friendship and acceptance.

Revolutionary Beginning: When Little Golden Books were first published in 1942, high-quality books for children hadn't been available at a price most people could afford. Little Golden Books changed that! Priced at just 25 cents and sold where people shopped every day, they caused an instant sensation and were soon purchased by the hundreds of thousands.

Influential Illustrators: Several of its illustrators later became influential within the children's book industry, including Corinne Malvern, Tibor Gergely, Gustaf Tenggren, Feodor Rojankovsky, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkin, and Garth Williams.

Diverse Content: Many books in the Little Golden Books series deal with nature, science, Bible stories, nursery rhymes, and fairy tales. Christmas titles are published every year, with Rudolph being one of the most beloved holiday stories in the collection.

Popular Characters: Some Little Golden Books and related products have featured popular characters from other media, such as Disney, Looney Tunes, The Muppets, Sesame Street, Sonic the Hedgehog, Barbie, Power Rangers, Thomas the Tank Engine, and others.

Film and Television: Film and television personalities have been particularly popular. Over the years Hopalong Cassidy, Cheyenne, Lassie, Rin Tin Tin, Captain Kangaroo, Mister Rogers, and Donny and Marie Osmond have appeared in Little Golden Books.

Enduring Legacy: At the time of the series' golden anniversary in 1992, Golden Books claimed that a billion and a half Little Golden Books had been sold worldwide. The distinctive gold spine remains instantly recognisable to readers of all ages.

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