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The Gift of Nothing (Special Edition) |  | Author: Patrick McDonnell
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Category: Book
List Price: $19.99
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Rating:  42 reviews
Sales Rank: 121992
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1 Spl Gft
Reading Level: Ages 4-8
Pages: 56
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 7.9 x 0.5
ISBN: 0316054410
Dewey Decimal Number: 741
EAN: 9780316054416
ASIN: 0316054410
Publication Date: October 7, 2009
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Product Description
Since its publication in 2005, The Gift of Nothing has become an instant classic--the perfect gift for "the person who has everything." In this appealing picture book, Mooch the cat--star of the nationally-syndicated comic strip Mutts--searches for a present for his friend, Earl the dog. Earl already has everything he needs: a bowl, a bed, a chewy toy...What else could Mooch get him? Then it dawns on him: NOTHING! This timeless tale has a heart-warming message about the most valuable gift of all--friendship--that appeals to readers of all ages. Great for a last minute gift, this special edition includes an elegant paper slipcase designed to look like gift wrap with foil accents and an embossed bow and faux hang tag.
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Spare, lovely, moving as a classic fable September 26, 2005
Martha H. Garvey (Hoboken, NJ United States)
29 out of 31 found this review helpful
Whether you're a kid or an adult, or a dog or a cat, or a fan of "Mutts" or a newcomer, this book is going to grab you. What do you give your favorite dog pal when he has everything? Nothing. The cat's journey to find nothing reads to this child in an adult's body as both one of those funny Zen koan adventures...and a heartfelt exploration of friendship. McDonnell's color palate is especially interesting...he sticks to a simple combination of black and white and red, which makes the story all the stronger. Mutts, YESH!
Friendly and Fun November 11, 2005
coolslaw (Wisconsin)
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
weather you love Mutts, or never read it (like me) you will enjoy this book.
As a mom whose child became known as "the kid who has everything" (thanks to his grandma) even I myself have found it hard to pick out presents for him. this will be a christmas gift for my son, and I will ask his grandma to read it too him. This book is simple and cute with a great moral of how friendship is more important, that its the thought that counts, but it is done in a delightful way. This book had me laughing out loud when I read it and is a must by to gently remind kids to appreciate what they have
The Gift of Nothing January 30, 2006
Helen H. Spillers (Winston-Salem NC USA)
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
What a special little book. Everyone I have showed it to as gotten a really special feeling from it.
I will treasure it.
A Whole Lot of Nothing October 21, 2005
E'rl (Half Moon Bay, CA USA)
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
The schweetness of Mutts is really brought home in this wonderful little book that expands on one of the strips and leaves you with a warm and fuzzy feeling. I gave it to my wife for our anniversary (instead of a regular present) and got away with it!! Highly recommended. Earl says yesh.
Perfect for Everyone December 1, 2005
netta (Raleigh, NC United States)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
this is perfect for anyone - from children to just people you love
the gift of nothing is beautiful, and you should share it with everyone. i chose this as a birthday gift for my mother - who, consequently, has given me everything and nothing. i feel it is only right to give the same back. ;)
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