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Scary Stories Boxed Set Paperback – Box set, June 26, 1992
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Alvin Schwartz
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Reading age9 - 12 years
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LanguageEnglish
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Grade level4 - 6
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Dimensions6.25 x 1.5 x 9 inches
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PublisherHarperCollins
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Publication dateJune 26, 1992
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ISBN-10006440465X
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ISBN-13978-0064404655
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"A wonderful collection of tales that range from creepy to silly to haunting. ...Gammell's drawings add just the right touch..." -- John Scieszka,Entertinment Weekly
"Guaranteed to make your teeth chatter and your spine tingle." -- School Library Journal
"Read these if you dare." -- The New York Times
"Guaranteed to make your teeth chatter and your spine tingle." -- School Library Journal
"Read these if you dare." -- The New York Times
About the Author
Alvin Schwartz is known for his more than two dozen books of folklore for young readers that explore everything from wordplay and humor to tales and legends of all kinds. Don't miss his other Scary Stories collections, including More Scary Stories To Tell in the Dark and Scary Stories 3.
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Product details
- Publisher : HarperCollins; Box edition (June 26, 1992)
- Language : English
- ISBN-10 : 006440465X
- ISBN-13 : 978-0064404655
- Reading age : 9 - 12 years
- Grade level : 4 - 6
- Item Weight : 1.25 pounds
- Dimensions : 6.25 x 1.5 x 9 inches
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- #3,058 in Children's Halloween Books (Books)
- #8,220 in Children's Spine-Chilling Horror
- #9,371 in Deals in Books
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Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2018
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I was sceptical about purchasing this item after reading countless reviews of people recieving the reprint which had updated, bland art, but it I looked at the dates of the reviews from 2016 as opposed to reviews from 2018 and the reviews from 2018 showed that people were now recieving the books that had the original art as opposed to 2016 where people were getting the updated version. From a customer perspective it was very confusing deciding which reviews to trust because one says that the books do not include the original art and some say do have them. After deciding to purchase the item regardless I was very relieved to see the beloved books I used to love reading. In conclusion people recieved the updated art a couple years ago and left bad reviews because of that, but it seems that whoever is responsible for selling these books responded to the backlash and began selling the books with the original art that we know and love from our chilhoods.
5.0 out of 5 stars
(Paperback Version)Exactly how I remember them can't beat that original art
By Bryanxy3 on August 28, 2018
I was sceptical about purchasing this item after reading countless reviews of people recieving the reprint which had updated, bland art, but it I looked at the dates of the reviews from 2016 as opposed to reviews from 2018 and the reviews from 2018 showed that people were now recieving the books that had the original art as opposed to 2016 where people were getting the updated version. From a customer perspective it was very confusing deciding which reviews to trust because one says that the books do not include the original art and some say do have them. After deciding to purchase the item regardless I was very relieved to see the beloved books I used to love reading. In conclusion people recieved the updated art a couple years ago and left bad reviews because of that, but it seems that whoever is responsible for selling these books responded to the backlash and began selling the books with the original art that we know and love from our chilhoods.
By Bryanxy3 on August 28, 2018
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Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2017
Picture one is what I got, picture two is what it used to be. Please warn people that this is not the original artist and show a sampling of the inside of the books. I gather that's why it's not advertised, though. Some people like me wouldn't have spent (wasted) the money on it if they had known the original artist wasn't used.
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These are NOT the original drawings. The drawings or illustrations were half the fun! They were often scarier than the stories themselves. This sucks.
Picture one is what I got, picture two is what it used to be. Please warn people that this is not the original artist and show a sampling of the inside of the books. I gather that's why it's not advertised, though. Some people like me wouldn't have spent (wasted) the money on it if they had known the original artist wasn't used.
Picture one is what I got, picture two is what it used to be. Please warn people that this is not the original artist and show a sampling of the inside of the books. I gather that's why it's not advertised, though. Some people like me wouldn't have spent (wasted) the money on it if they had known the original artist wasn't used.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not the books I remember...
By Alysa O. on August 23, 2017
These are NOT the original drawings. The drawings or illustrations were half the fun! They were often scarier than the stories themselves. This sucks.By Alysa O. on August 23, 2017
Picture one is what I got, picture two is what it used to be. Please warn people that this is not the original artist and show a sampling of the inside of the books. I gather that's why it's not advertised, though. Some people like me wouldn't have spent (wasted) the money on it if they had known the original artist wasn't used.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2019
All three of the scary stories to tell in the dark books under one hardcover
With all of the original illustrations book was in great brand new condition
Great for people who like to collect childhood memories to pass on
Absolutely satisfied with this new version of the scary stories to tell in the dark!
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If you grew up with these books like I did this is the book for you
All three of the scary stories to tell in the dark books under one hardcover
With all of the original illustrations book was in great brand new condition
Great for people who like to collect childhood memories to pass on
Absolutely satisfied with this new version of the scary stories to tell in the dark!
All three of the scary stories to tell in the dark books under one hardcover
With all of the original illustrations book was in great brand new condition
Great for people who like to collect childhood memories to pass on
Absolutely satisfied with this new version of the scary stories to tell in the dark!
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All books in one hardcover edition
By Eric Davis on August 1, 2019
If you grew up with these books like I did this is the book for youBy Eric Davis on August 1, 2019
All three of the scary stories to tell in the dark books under one hardcover
With all of the original illustrations book was in great brand new condition
Great for people who like to collect childhood memories to pass on
Absolutely satisfied with this new version of the scary stories to tell in the dark!
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Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2017
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THE ORIGINAL ART IS BACK!!! I ordered this collection without reading the reviews (big mistake) so, when I saw that everybody was complaining about the books NOT having the original art I was so disappointed, but it was too late to cancel so I decided to return them in arrival, but to my surprise I happily realized that the collection they sent includes the original art that everybody loves!!! So don't hesitate, buy it, it's worth it. Beautiful books, beautiful art, total satisfaction 😊
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THE ORIGINAL ART IS BACK!!!
By Ramses Salazar on August 22, 2017
THE ORIGINAL ART IS BACK!!! I ordered this collection without reading the reviews (big mistake) so, when I saw that everybody was complaining about the books NOT having the original art I was so disappointed, but it was too late to cancel so I decided to return them in arrival, but to my surprise I happily realized that the collection they sent includes the original art that everybody loves!!! So don't hesitate, buy it, it's worth it. Beautiful books, beautiful art, total satisfaction 😊
By Ramses Salazar on August 22, 2017
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Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2018
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This is a review for the 2017 reprint of the "Scary Stories To Tell in the Dark" trilogy.
A few years back when the original Stephen Gammell illustrations were removed from these books, my heart sank. Newer generations would never know the absolute terror that waited for them between each page thanks to Gammell's nightmarish art... until now. Scholastic listened to the outcry from all the adults who grew up trying to avoid the empty look from the ghost with hollow eye sockets in "The Haunted House" or the cobweb-ridden corpse of the tragically trapped woman in "The Bride."
The stories and illustrations are just as enjoyable and spooktacular as they were when the books were first published. Welcome back, Schwartz and Gammell!
A few years back when the original Stephen Gammell illustrations were removed from these books, my heart sank. Newer generations would never know the absolute terror that waited for them between each page thanks to Gammell's nightmarish art... until now. Scholastic listened to the outcry from all the adults who grew up trying to avoid the empty look from the ghost with hollow eye sockets in "The Haunted House" or the cobweb-ridden corpse of the tragically trapped woman in "The Bride."
The stories and illustrations are just as enjoyable and spooktacular as they were when the books were first published. Welcome back, Schwartz and Gammell!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2016
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If I had seen that the art had been changed I wouldn't have even purchased this. I'm very disappointed. The original books had such great, creepy artwork. This version has really generic, cartoony pictures.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2019
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I was SO excited to get this book and share it with my kids. I'm disappointed there wasn't a "book cover" with the artwork like the product picture I saw prior to ordering, or a "built in" bookmark ribbon which was another reason I ordered the hardcover version. I probably should have just ordered the paperback and saved about $10.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Black covered book was not what I expected...
By Jessica on July 30, 2019
I was SO excited to get this book and share it with my kids. I'm disappointed there wasn't a "book cover" with the artwork like the product picture I saw prior to ordering, or a "built in" bookmark ribbon which was another reason I ordered the hardcover version. I probably should have just ordered the paperback and saved about $10.
By Jessica on July 30, 2019
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Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2018
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So glad this set was released. I grew up reading these gems and am delighted to see that they've been faithfully restored to their former glory. All of the original artwork is included, unlike the previously released set that was somewhat sanitized. I enjoyed these books immensely in elementary school and now looking upon them as an adult, I still find them entertaining. I purchased this for my nephew and he too is enjoying them. Fair warning, yes, the images tend to favor the macabre and even the grotesque (google image for a taste). Having said that, know your audience. You may want to start by reading these stories to your children and selectively showing them the artwork after you've gauged their tolerance.
Give them a whirl, if you dare....
Give them a whirl, if you dare....
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Rachael Young
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As an adult it is still gets me
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 10, 2019Verified Purchase
Bought this while it was still at a very low price for what it is, and its great. I went for the hardback with the dust jacket to avoid the possible risk of not getting the original illustrations in it, I reccomend it. Good for stories you either want to read in your own head in your own time or stories you could get out on Halloween and read outloud to your friends or kids for some little scares.
SGG
3.0 out of 5 stars
Even funny from a perspective
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 3, 2016Verified Purchase
The stories are a little......unscary. Even funny from a perspective. The images are not that scary either. I did buy this with the intention of the images but turns out it was the wrong edition/illustrator to the one that I wanted.
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The Book Collector
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Great collection of stories and incredible artwork.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 12, 2014Verified Purchase
Great collection of stories and incredible, genuinely creepy, and often disturbing, artwork. But that's what makes the books. Will probably scare children, but in a good way, if that makes sense :) *****
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Heather Taylor
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Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 20, 2017Verified Purchase
great stories thank you
J. A.
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Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 1, 2014Verified Purchase
a very good book once started difficult to put down to stop
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