"Polar Express" by Chris Van Allsburg is a 1985 juvenile fiction book published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. The hardcover edition features illustrations and is written in English. This book is a great choice for children during the Christmas season, as it tells the story of a magical train journey to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. With its captivating storyline and charming illustrations, "Polar Express" is a beloved holiday classic for young readers.