Pirates aren't exactly the symbolic project you might lean toward in a children's Christmas story, but Philip Yates makes it work. It's joyful, it's funny, it's surprising, it's colorful, and it's just loads of fun.
Yates usurps the classic A Night Before Christmas to share what Christmas might be like on a pirate ship. The ship's mate watches from the crow's nest while the rest of the crew sleep. When "out in the mist there arose such a racket…" he's fast on the attack. Instead of an enemy, he finds Sir Peg (Santa Clause). To say anymore gives too much away.
The poem is spectacular with its pirate vernacular and it all fits perfectly. You won't stumble over any awkward or forced moments. It works.
Sebastia' Serra's illustrations are busy and colorful. Pay close attention to all the detail. You'll see new things each time you read this one. It's a yo ho ho-jolly and unique Christmas tale.
The above review was contributed by: Susan Sales Harkins: Susan is a Software consultant and the author of several articles and books on database technologies. She and her husband, William, collaborate on children's non-fiction. Click Here to read more of Susan’s Reviews.
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