<p><em>New York Times</em> bestselling artist Susan Jeffers has created a <em>Nutcracker</em> unlike any that has gone before with a lovely spare text based on the ballet.</p><p>This is the perfect gift to share with children before they see <em>The Nutcracker</em>. Everyone who has seen the ballet will cherish it-as will anyone who enjoys stories where love triumphs.</p><p>Come take a front-row seat. The world's most beloved holiday fairy tale is about to begin.</p>