Vintage Little Golden Books Christmas Bundle of 4 — Night Before Christmas, Santa’s Surprise Book, Rudolph, Frosty (1970s printings) — Golden Press | Holiday Kids Classics
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A sweet, shelf-happy set of four vintage Little Golden Books—all Christmas/winter favorites, ready for holiday storytime and nostalgic display. This lot includes The Night Before Christmas, Santa’s Surprise Book, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and Frosty the Snow Man—with those iconic mid-century illustrations and cozy seasonal vibes.
These are well-loved vintage copies (some stains and crayon scribbles are present), perfect for a collector who loves character and doesn’t mind a little history in the margins. Sold as a bundle—see photos for exact condition.
Quick Specs
- Item Type: Book bundle of 4 vintage children’s picture books (Little Golden Books)
- Size: 8 × 7 × 0.25 in
- Material: Paperboard covers / stapled softcover format (classic Little Golden Book style)
- Color: Full-color illustrated covers (green/red/blue holiday palette)
- Origin or Maker: Golden Press / Western Publishing (as shown)
- Year or Era: Mostly 1970s printings (details below)
- GENRE: Children’s Christmas
- Language / Pages: English / No page numbers
Edition & Features
- The Night Before Christmas — Clement C. Moore; illus. Corinne Malvern; Twenty-Fourth Printing, 1971 (© 1949 shown)
- Santa’s Surprise Book — Joan Potter Elwart; illus. Florence Sarah Winship; Fifth Printing, 1975 (© 1966 shown)
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer — by Barbara Shook Hazen; adapted from story by Robert L. May; pictures by Richard Scarry; Sixteenth Printing, 1971 (© 1958 shown; song credit note shown)
- Frosty the Snow Man — refold by Annie North Bedford; pictures by Corinne Malvern; printing year Not provided (not shown in photos)
- Dust Jacket: none (Little Golden Books format—no DJ shown)
- Illustrations/Maps/Plates: Full-color illustrations throughout (as shown)
- Extras: Classic Little Golden Book patterned spine/inside endpapers; cover price marks visible (ex: 39¢/49¢ on some covers)
Condition Grade: Fair
Notes: This is a well-loved vintage bundle. Expect stains on some pages, random crayon scribbles on some pages, and wear/rubbing along boards and edges (as photographed).
Still great for nostalgic display, crafting a holiday reading basket, or as “reader copies” you don’t have to baby.
See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.
About the Stories
- The Night Before Christmas: The classic poem—stockings, rooftops, and that first magical “reindeer on the roof” moment.
- Santa’s Surprise Book: A cozy North Pole tale with Santa and Mrs. Claus—candy, kindness, and holiday bustle.
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The misfit hero story—Rudolph’s glow becomes exactly what the sleigh team needs.
- Frosty the Snow Man: A snowman, a hat, and a little winter miracle—short, bright, and kid-friendly.
Four instant December classics—perfect for a vintage holiday nook.
Shelf-worthy vintage finds you can trust. Find Your Story.
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Disclaimer
The vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved and may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide. While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.
Care & Handling: Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. Please note: If you have any questions or need more photos, ask.
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Yes. Every photo on this page is the actual item you will receive. Not a stock photo, not a similar copy. What you see is what ships.
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Honestly. This is vintage, so expect some age. When I find wear, writing, stains, loose pages, chips, or missing pieces, I note them and show them in the photos. Some marks add character. Some are just flaws. I tell you which is which so you can decide if this is the right one for you.
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With care. Old books and fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed so they arrive the way they left me. Careful packing is one of the things buyers mention most in their reviews. Orders of $35 or more ship free.
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Probably not. Everything here is one of a kind, and I rarely find the same item twice. Once it sells, it is gone. Vintage does not restock neatly.
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