

Every day the boy would come to the tree to eat her apples, swing from her branches, or slide down her trunk.and the tree was happy.This moving parable for all ages offers a touching interpretation of the gift of giving and a serene acceptance of another's capacity to love in return. So begins a story of unforgettable perception, beautifully written and illustrated by the gifted and versatile Shel Silverstein."Once there was a tree.and she loved a little boy.".

This edition features a beautiful metallic green jacket, a commemorative gold sticker, and a CD recording of Silverstein reading The Giving Tree.

This classic is perfect for both young readers and lifelong fans. From Shel Silverstein, New York Times bestselling author of Where the Sidewalk Ends and A Light in the Attic, comes a poignant picture book about love and acceptance, cherished for over fifty years.
