# A Light in the Attic \(Special Edition\) by Shel Silverstein

A Light in the Attic is Shel Silverstein’s poetry and drawings collection in a special edition that the listing says includes 12 previously unpublished poems. Its humorous, imaginative verses may suit shared reading and readers who enjoy playful poetry.

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- Price: 22.09 AUD
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- Rating: 4.9 / 5
- Reviews: 7047

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## At a glance

- A poetry and drawings collection by Shel Silverstein.
- The special edition is described as containing 12 never-before-published poems.
- Listing details specify 185 pages and English-language text.

## Pros

- The special edition adds 12 poems described as previously unpublished.
- Poems and drawings offer both written and visual material.

## Specifications

### Book details
- Publisher: HarperCollins
- Publication date: 22 September 2009
- Edition: Special ed.
- Language: English
- Print length: 185 pages
- ISBN-10: 9780061905858
- ISBN-13: 978-0061905858
- Reading age: 4 - 8 years
- Grade level: Preschool - 3
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions: 17.15 x 2.41 x 22.23 cm
- Weight listed: 703 g

## A good fit for

- Readers looking for humorous children's poetry with accompanying drawings.
- Families seeking a poetry collection for shared reading, with the listing suggesting ages 4–8.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback describes the poems as funny and enjoyable, with some readers also valuing their age suitability and nostalgic appeal. That response fits the listing’s presentation of humorous poems and drawings, though personal enjoyment and suitability will vary by reader. The aggregate ratings are strongly positive, but they do not establish that every reader will respond the same way.
- Positive themes: Customers describe the book as funny and enjoyable.
- Positive themes: Some feedback highlights age suitability and nostalgic appeal.

## Frequently asked questions

### What makes this the special edition?
The listing says this edition contains 12 never-before-published poems.
### How long is the book?
The listed print length is 185 pages.
### What age is it listed for?
The product details give a reading age of 4–8 years and a grade level of Preschool–3.

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## Images

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