Review by Publisher's Weekly Review
First published by Knopf in 1972, Bradbury's classic Halloween story for readers "11 and up" is now available with substantial cuts to the text restored. This deluxe edition includes a splendid introductory essay by Bradbury scholar Jonathan R. Eller; facsimiles of the 1967 screenplay and the 1971 novel in progress with numerous hand corrections; the 1972 final novel submission with a table of galley changes and extensive notes; and the 1992 teleplay. A special delight are the charming drawings by the author in addition to all the original art by Joseph Mugnaini. This is a beautiful book, a must-have for every Bradbury aficionado. (Nov.) (c) Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved
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Review by Horn Book Review
On Halloween night, a group of boys embarks on a journey to find their missing friend Pip. Led by the mysterious Mr. Moundshroud, the boys travel through time to visit an Egyptian tomb, Notre Dame Cathedral, Mexican catacombs, and other locations that explain the origins of Halloween. Although characterization is minimal, the impressionistic prose is haunting and evocative, but some may find the writing to be florid and sentimental. From HORN BOOK 1996, (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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