There are no adults to demonstrate or remonstrate. ‘But, also, Harold does exactly as he pleases. ‘Harold is just immense fun that’s all, just fun.’ Crockett’s friend, Maurice Sendak said. Until he finally gets his Christmas tree, with no need for a fairy on the top. He draws some reindeer, very much without red noses. Along the way he creates all the conditions necessary for Santa Claus to bring presents down his yet to be drawn chimney.Īlong the way Harold creates a snow storm and a downcast snowman. In Harold at the North Pole our hero goes on a journey north in search of a Christmas tree. These deceptively simple stories follow a small snub nosed child in a romper suit around a blank background which he brings to life with line drawings from his ever present purple crayon. We recommend that you check with your local customs officials or post office for more information regarding importation taxes/duties that may be applicable to your online order as this changes country to country.Crockett Johnson was a New York cartoonist and children’s book creator best remembered for his classic 1950s books about Harold and the Purple Crayon. It is accepted by you that Daunt Books has no control over additional charges in relation to customs clearance. If you are ordering goods for delivery outside of the UK, please note that your consignment may be subject to import duties and taxes, which are levied once the goods reach the country of destination.Īny such charges levied in relation to customs clearance must be paid by you. For more details, please consult the latest information provided by Royal Mail's International Incident Bulletin. We are experiencing delays with deliveries to many countries, but in most cases local services have now resumed. Ongoing Covid restrictions, reduced air and freight capacity, high volumes and winter weather conditions are all impacting transportation and local delivery across the globe. Rest of the World - Tracked and Signed 10-15 working days.Rest of the World - Standard 15-20 working days.Europe - Tracked and Signed 4-7 working days.Free Click and Collect at Daunt Books Marylebone.If one or more items are not available when you place your order there may be a delay in dispatch, so that we can send your items in as few parcels as possible. Items are usually dispatched within twenty-four to seventy-two hours. Orders are processed and dispatched Monday to Friday.

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