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About the book
The Giving Tree, a story of unforgettable perception, beautifully written and illustrated by the gifted and versatile Shel Silverstein, has been a classic favorite for generations.
Since it was first published fifty years ago, Shel Silverstein's poignant picture book for readers of all ages has offered a touching interpretation of the gift of giving and a serene acceptance of another's capacity to love in return.
Shel Silverstein's incomparable career as a bestselling children's book author and illustrator began with Lafcadio, the Lion Who Shot Back. He is also the creator of picture books including A Giraffe and a Half, Who Wants a Cheap Rhinoceros?, The Missing Piece, The Missing Piece Meets the Big O, and the perennial favorite The Giving Tree, and of classic poetry collections such as Where the Sidewalk Ends, A Light in the Attic, Falling Up, Every Thing On It, Don't Bump the Glump!, and Runny Babbit.
And don't miss Runny Babbit Returns, the new book from Shel Silverstein!
People recommending The Giving Tree
What readers say about ‘The Giving Tree’
Alexis Ohanian on The Giving Tree
"Definitely choked up by the end of it... WHY?"
Mark Zuckerberg on The Giving Tree
On the "books read" section of Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook profile.
Chris Sacca on The Giving Tree
"It's a good day for catharsis. And [this author] reading [this book] is a damn fine place to start."
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