1 / 5The Polar Express Gold Foil Gift Edition
The Polar Express Gold Foil Gift Edition is a 32-page English-language picture book with a gold-foiled finish and a QR-code link to read-along audio narrated by Liam Neeson. It retells a boy’s Christmas journey to the North Pole and is listed for ages 3–6, while the product details give a reading age of 3–7 years.
At a glance
- Gold-foiled special edition of the Christmas story The Polar Express.
- The listing claims a free QR-code link to read-along audio narrated by Liam Neeson.
- The story follows a boy's journey to the North Pole and a special gift from Santa.
Reference price: £8.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Read-along narration offers an audio option alongside shared reading.
- A Christmas-themed story and gold-foiled edition may suit seasonal reading or gifting.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Andersen Press |
|---|---|
| Edition | Special Edition |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| Publication date | 13 Nov. 1986 |
| ISBN-10 | 1783443332 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1783443338 |
| Reading age | 3 - 7 years, from customers |
| Dimensions | 29 x 0.3 x 23 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.05 kg |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The title gives an age range of 3–6, while the product details state 3–7 years. The publication date is listed as 13 Nov. 1986 despite the copy describing this as a 40th-anniversary edition, so check the selected edition details. The size receives mixed customer reactions, with some finding it large and others too small.
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes this as a much-loved Christmas story, praising its illustrations, seasonal appeal and suitability as a Christmas Eve present. Those comments make it a plausible choice for festive shared reading, and the QR-linked narration offers another way to experience the story. Reactions to the book's size are mixed, so the listed dimensions may be worth considering if format matters to you.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the illustrations and story.
- Customers describe it as a Christmas-friendly present and report positive value for money.
Mixed feedback
- Customer reactions to the book's size vary, with some liking its large format and others finding it too small.
Frequently asked questions
Does this edition include audio?
The listing claims a free read-along audio narration by Liam Neeson, accessed through a QR-code link.
What ages is the book for?
The title says ages 3–6, while the product details list a reading age of 3–7 years. Those age ranges differ.
How long is the book?
The product details list a print length of 32 pages.
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