Peace Train - book cover
Arts, Music & Photography
  • Publisher : HarperCollins
  • Published : 11 May 2021
  • Pages : 40
  • ISBN-10 : 0063053993
  • ISBN-13 : 9780063053991
  • Language : English

Peace Train

The instant #1 New York Times and Indie bestseller!

Hop aboard the Peace Train in this picture book adaptation of Cat Stevens's legendary anthem of unity and harmony in time for the song's 50th anniversary! With illustrations by New York Times bestselling illustrator Peter H. Reynolds.

"Now I've been happy lately

Thinking about the good things to come

And I believe it could be

Something good has begun

Oh, I've been smiling lately

Dreaming about the world as one

And I believe it could be

Someday it's going to come"

Readers are invited to hop on the PEACE TRAIN and join its growing group of passengers who are all ready to unite the world in peace and harmony.

Featuring the timeless lyrics of Cat Stevens's legendary song and illustrations by New York Times bestselling artist Peter H. Reynolds, this hopeful picture book inspires tolerance and love for people of all cultures and identities.

Editorial Reviews

Unlike many of the songs that have become picture book texts, this one builds up a real head of steam for world peace, and captures the childlike optimism of the original song for a new generation. -- School Library Journal (starred review)

Climb aboard, with this visual interpretation of the classic 1971 song.  -- Kirkus Reviews

[A] joy-filled journey. -- Horn Book Magazine

Readers Top Reviews

Karyn E. WilliamsDog
Cat Stevens (AKA Yusuf) wrote this remarkable song decades ago, but the message is timeless! I love books that illustrate beautiful songs with a powerful message! I bought this book for my grand children (5-15), their parents, and myself! It definitely spans the ages. For a real treat check out The author, Cat Stevens reading this book for Barns and Noble! You can find it on YouTube. However, like I always say, when I try reading the lyrics, I can’t help but burst out in song! Turns out Cat Stevens does, too!
Coco
The minute I found this I had to have it ! Growing up with this song and having grand babies I just had to. The artwork is BEAUTIFUL!! And the song done in this way is such a beautiful way to pass it on and teach love and peace. I actually sat with mine and played the song and we read along and it worked !! he was leaning to sing it ! Such a beautiful moment. If you know nothing about this Song it's ok the book is so beautiful it will have you searching for it. I highly suggest it. I have started to gift this book and everyone just loves it.
Barbara in Houston
This book is so beautiful! As a child of the 70s I have always loved Cat Stevens and this song. I pre ordered the book for a gift fir a 4 year old, but once it came in, I realized this is not just a child’s book. It is a book for everyone that hopes for a better future. Since then I have given this book to adults and then we play the song and sing the words in the book! I can’t say enough about how beautifully this book is illustrated. The colors are a feast for your eyes!!!!
joe f hartman
What a beautiful book! Of course the words from the song will live on forever, but to put them with such gorgeous illustrations! I was so excited to buy this for my grandchildren.
Marie A. Gemma
Sooooo Beautifully Written and Illustrated!!! I Am Loving This Book Looking forward to reading it to my grand children and Discussing & Educating them on the meaning of Peace & Love For One & All