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You'll love this because...
This personalized copy of the first ever Thomas book will be a gift your child will treasure!
Your child’s name appears on the cover
Write a special message on the title page
Hand-drawn illustrations on every page
Beautifully remastered first edition
Add a luxury gift box for a thoughtful finishing touch
Thomas the Tank Engine has been one of the best loved children’s characters for generations, since he was first created by Rev. W. Awdry for his son in 1945. With this personalized Thomas the Tank Engine book, your child can enjoy the very first published Thomas adventure, with their own name appearing on the cover!
This beautifully remastered book can include your own special message on the title page, allowing you to turn it into a loving gift perfect for any child who loves Thomas! You can also choose to have this delightful book presented in its own special pastel colored gift box.
How to Personalize
Personalize with any name up to 12 characters, and a personal message of two lines, up to 40 characters per line. Check your personalization: accents and other symbols cannot be used unless otherwise stated.
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We’re constantly researching new materials to create more personalised books, so what you think matters! Tell us your feedback. From finding the book you were looking for to how easy your chosen book was to personalise – every little detail is important, so we can perfect your shopping experience the next time you return!
Kiash12329 August
So personal, it is going to be loved for years, im sure.
Ashley Moore29 August
Fine. Showed up. Good quality.
ShoMo29 August
Beautiful gift. Great quality. Service and delivery were spot on. Thank you!
Amanda Jones29 August
Absolutely beautiful book in a lovely presentation case
Not only the quality of the product but the superb customer service. The accessibility, the care and promptness I experienced with Yvette is laudable. Thank you Yvette, I am happy you replied to my inquiry. I would use and recommend the company In The Book without hesitation.
- Celso Rivera
Andrew Shaw28 May
If you've seen or used a Haynes car…
If you've seen or used a Haynes car manual, then you'll appreciate the humour im this one!! A great gift for any car person/people, who've just got married or not!!
Well worth it as a present, as it is quite funny......or at least the parts that I quickly read before wrapping it up as a present. It was delivered quickly, within a few days too.
Luke Paynter27 May
A great gift idea
Simple and easy to set up. Great quality product and arrived on time. A perfect little gift to give, recommend.
Fran27 May
Smaller than a Hayes manual
Lovely book. Only personalised on the front cover & on one page inside.
A smaller size than the original Haynes manual. It’s ok for the money. Nice enough gift
Steve Pugh26 May
Very good quality
Very good quality, had a very personalised feel.....others have that 'squeezed a name in and it still looked out of place' feel.
Would recommend.
AndieP26 May
I saw these books advertised and knew…
I saw these books advertised and knew it was just what I wanted.. . Was smaller than I realised but still great.. quick delivery, good communication
Carly26 May
Very good service
My little niece really liked this book with her name personalised and a little photo of her in it with Moana.
MISS SOUTHWOOD26 May
Amazing item and had my Dad in absolute…
Amazing item and had my Dad in absolute stitches
Barbara Alexander26 May
Bought this as a gift
Bought this as a gift. Book looks great. Very easy to order and a great service.
Mette Kiilerich26 May
Great look of the book
Great look of the book - quality is good.
I orded a giftbox with the book and it is a great extra to buy with the book.
