Skip to content

The Giving Tree with CD [With CD]
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Giving Tree with CD [With CD] Hardcover - 2014

by Shel Silverstein; Shel Silverstein (Illustrator)

In celebration of its 40th anniversary, one of the most beloved children's books of all time is now available in this special edition featuring an audio CD of Shel Silverstein reading his classic tale of a boy and the tree who loves him. Illustrations.


About this book

Written and illustrated by Shel Silverstein, The Giving Tree is a children’s picture book that tells the life stories of a female apple tree and a boy who are able to communicate with each other. In very few words with minimalist drawings, Silverstein’s popular parable explores not only the gift of giving, but also one’s capacity to love.  

The Giving Tree received much recognition and praise, making lists such as “Top 100 Picture Books” by School Library Journal, “100 Greatest Books for Kids” by Parent & Child magazine, and “Best Children’s Books” by Goodreads as well as ranking 14th on the "All-Time Bestselling Children's Books” by Publishers Weekly. It has been translated into more than 30 languages.

From the publisher

From Shel Silverstein, New York Times bestselling author of Where the Sidewalk Ends and A Light in the Attic, comes a poignant picture book about love and acceptance, cherished for over fifty years. This classic is perfect for both young readers and lifelong fans. This edition features a beautiful metallic green jacket, a commemorative gold sticker, and a CD recording of Silverstein reading The Giving Tree.

"Once there was a tree...and she loved a little boy."

So begins a story of unforgettable perception, beautifully written and illustrated by the gifted and versatile Shel Silverstein. This moving parable for all ages offers a touching interpretation of the gift of giving and a serene acceptance of another's capacity to love in return.

Every day the boy would come to the tree to eat her apples, swing from her branches, or slide down her trunk...and the tree was happy. But as the boy grew older he began to want more from the tree, and the tree gave and gave and gave. This is a tender story, touched with sadness, aglow with consolation.

The Giving Tree is a meaningful gift for milestone events such as graduations, birthdays, and baby showers.

Shel Silverstein's incomparable career as a bestselling children's book author and illustrator began with Lafcadio, the Lion Who Shot Back. He is also the creator of picture books including A Giraffe and a Half, Who Wants a Cheap Rhinoceros?, The Missing Piece, The Missing Piece Meets the Big O, and the perennial favorite The Giving Tree, and of classic poetry collections such as Where the Sidewalk Ends, A Light in the Attic, Falling Up, Every Thing On It, Don't Bump the Glump!, and Runny Babbit plus Runny Babbit Returns.

From the rear cover

"Once there was a tree . . . and she loved a little boy." So begins a story of unforgettable perception, beautifully written and illustrated by the gifted and versatile Shel Silverstein.

Every day the boy would come to the tree to eat her apples, swing from her branches, or slide down her trunk . . . and the tree was happy. But as the boy grew older, he began to want more from the tree, and the tree gave and gave.

Since it was first published fifty years ago, Shel Silverstein's moving parable for readers of all ages has offered an affecting interpretation of the gift of giving and a serene acceptance of another's capacity to love in return.

First Edition Identification

With only 5,000-7,000 copies, the first edition of The Giving Tree was published by Harper & Row in 1964. The dust jacket on first editions list the original price of $2.50.

Details

  • Title The Giving Tree with CD [With CD]
  • Author Shel Silverstein; Shel Silverstein (Illustrator)
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition Har/Com
  • Pages 64
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher HarperCollins, New York
  • Date 2014-02-18
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Illustrated
  • ISBN 9780060586751 / 0060586753
  • Weight 1.06 lbs (0.48 kg)
  • Dimensions 10.3 x 7.9 x 0.47 in (26.16 x 20.07 x 1.19 cm)
  • Ages 04 to 08 years
  • Grade levels P - 3
  • Reading level 530
  • Library of Congress subjects Trees, Generosity
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 64011840
  • Dewey Decimal Code E

Media reviews

Citations

  • Entertainment Weekly, 02/28/2014, Page 76
  • Newsweek, 01/14/2008, Page 16
Back to Top

More Copies for Sale

The Giving Tree with CD
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Giving Tree with CD

by Silverstein, Shel

  • Used
Condition
UsedVeryGood
ISBN 13
9780060586751
ISBN 10
0060586753
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Spokane, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$8.21
NZ$6.71 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
UsedVeryGood. Condition Good: Book is used and in good condition with some wear from use. This may include stickers on cover, wear to dustcover/missing dustcover, inside cover, spine, slight curled corners, stains, and wear to the fore edge. All orders ship via UPS Mail Innovations. Shipping can take up to 14 business days from first scan to be delivered.
Item Price
NZ$8.21
NZ$6.71 shipping to USA
The Giving Tree with CD

The Giving Tree with CD

by Shel Silverstein

  • Used
  • good
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780060586751
ISBN 10
0060586753
Quantity Available
28
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins Publishers Limited, 2014. Hardcover. Good. Disclaimer:A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine may show signs of wear. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. At ThriftBooks, our motto is: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA
The Giving Tree with CD

The Giving Tree with CD

by Shel Silverstein

  • Used
  • Acceptable
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Acceptable
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780060586751
ISBN 10
0060586753
Quantity Available
14
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins Publishers Limited, 2014. Hardcover. Acceptable. Disclaimer:Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA
The Giving Tree with CD [With CD]

The Giving Tree with CD [With CD]

by Silverstein, Shel

  • Used
  • good
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780060586751
ISBN 10
0060586753
Quantity Available
15
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins, 2004. Hardcover. Good. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA
The Giving Tree with CD

The Giving Tree with CD

by Shel Silverstein

  • Used
  • good
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780060586751
ISBN 10
0060586753
Quantity Available
8
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins Publishers Limited, 2014. Hardcover. Good. Disclaimer:A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine may show signs of wear. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. An ex-library book and may have standard library stamps and/or stickers. At ThriftBooks, our motto is: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA
The Giving Tree with CD

The Giving Tree with CD

by Shel Silverstein

  • Used
  • Acceptable
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Acceptable
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780060586751
ISBN 10
0060586753
Quantity Available
4
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins Publishers Limited, 2014. Hardcover. Acceptable. Disclaimer:A readable copy. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. Pages can include considerable notes-in pen or highlighter-but the notes cannot obscure the text. The dust jacket is missing. At ThriftBooks, our motto is: Read More, Spend Less.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA
The Giving Tree with CD

The Giving Tree with CD

by Shel Silverstein

  • Used
  • Acceptable
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Acceptable
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780060586751
ISBN 10
0060586753
Quantity Available
2
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins Publishers Limited, 2014. Hardcover. Acceptable. Disclaimer:A readable copy. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. Pages can include considerable notes-in pen or highlighter-but the notes cannot obscure the text. An ex-library book and may have standard library stamps and/or stickers. At ThriftBooks, our motto is: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA
The Giving Tree with CD [With CD]

The Giving Tree with CD [With CD]

by Silverstein, Shel

  • Used
  • good
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780060586751
ISBN 10
0060586753
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins, 2004. Hardcover. Good. Former library book; Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$10.28
FREE shipping to USA
The Giving Tree with CD
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Giving Tree with CD

by Silverstein, Shel

  • Used
  • good
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780060586751
ISBN 10
0060586753
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Wilmington, Delaware, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$12.84
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins, 2014-02-17. hardcover. Good. 10x7x0.
Item Price
NZ$12.84
FREE shipping to USA
The Giving Tree 40th Anniversary Edition Book with CD
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Giving Tree 40th Anniversary Edition Book with CD

by Shel Silverstein; Illustrator-Shel Silverstein

  • Used
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used: Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780060586751
ISBN 10
0060586753
Quantity Available
1
Seller
HOUSTON, Texas, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$12.89
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins, 2004-03. Hardcover. Used: Good.
Item Price
NZ$12.89
FREE shipping to USA