Tuck Everlasting

8vo. Pp. [iv], 171, [1 (blank)]. Printed wraps.

A fantasy children's novel, exploring the concept of immortality. An ALA Notable Book. Recipient of numerous awards since its initial publication in 1975, including the Janusz Korczak Medal and the 1976 Christopher Award for Best Book for Young People. Included in Anita Silvey's book The 100 Best Books for Children.

Twice adapted to the big screen. The first was released in 1981. The second, by Disney in 2002, was directed by Jay Russell and starred Alexis Bledel as Winnie, Jonathan Jackson as Jesse, and William Hurt and Sissy Spacek as the parents. It has sold over two million copies, translated into 18 different languages, and has been called 'a classic of modern children's literature'.