Christmas Story

In the town of Nazareth, a little donkey named Buddy is born. This book tells the journey of a little girl and a donkey to Bethlehem from their perspective, making it a child-centered and intimate Christmas story. The book has become an enduring favorite among children and has a stunning new cover design to delight new generations of fans.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 06 May 2021
Publisher: Oxford University Press

Once upon a time, in a town called Nazareth, a little donkey was born. As the magnificent events of the Nativity unfold, Brian Wildsmith takes us on a journey of a little girl and a donkey to Bethlehem. It is their unique perspective on the Christmas story that gives the book such an intimate, innocent, and child-centered appeal. This timeless tale from one of our most internationally acclaimed picture-book writers and artists has rightfully earned its place as an enduring favorite among children during the Christmas season. Now, a stunning new cover design will captivate a whole new generation of young Wildsmith enthusiasts.

The little donkey, named Buddy, was born in a stable filled with other animals. From an early age, Buddy showed a curious and adventurous spirit, often wandering off from the rest of the herd. One day, as the sun was setting over the hills, Buddy heard a faint sound calling him. He followed the sound until he arrived at a small village nestled in the mountains.

The village was filled with people who were celebrating the birth of the baby Jesus. Buddy was amazed by the decorations and the joy in the air. He decided to stay in the village and help with the preparations for the Christmas feast.

As the days passed, Buddy became more and more involved in the festivities. He helped carry the food and drinks to the guests, danced with the children, and even played a small role in the Nativity play. The villagers were amazed by Buddy's kindness and generosity, and they welcomed him into their family.

On the night of Christmas, the villagers gathered together to celebrate the birth of Jesus. Buddy was the center of attention, as he danced and pranced around the room with joy and excitement. The villagers were filled with awe and wonder as they watched Buddy's performance.

As the night drew to a close, the villagers gave Buddy a special gift. They gave him a beautiful bell, which they hung around his neck. Buddy was overjoyed, and he started to ring the bell with every step he took.

From that day on, Buddy became known as the "Bell Donkey." He continued to visit the village every Christmas, and he brought joy and happiness to everyone he met. The villagers would sing and dance with Buddy, and they would always be grateful for his presence.

Years went by, and Buddy grew old. He passed away peacefully in his sleep, but his legacy lived on. The villagers continued to tell stories about Buddy and his magical bell, and they passed down the tradition of celebrating Christmas with a little donkey named Bell.

To this day, the story of Buddy the Bell Donkey is a beloved tradition in the village of Nazareth. It reminds us of the power of kindness, generosity, and the joy of celebrating the birth of Jesus with our loved ones.

Weight: 168g
Dimension: 219 x 276 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780192777768
Edition number: 1