Clifford the Big Red Dog was once a lot smaller in size, and so were his books! This beautiful vintage edition of Clifford the Small Red Puppy matches the small trim size of the original 1972 edition and features Norman Bridwell's iconic two-color artwork as well. Fans of all sizes will delight in discovering Clifford's origin story in its original form. Before Clifford becomes the biggest dog ever, he is the smallest puppy in the litter! Clifford is so tiny that Emily Elizabeth's dad doesn't think Clifford will make it through the winter. So Emily Elizabeth makes a special wish. and it comes true in a BIG way! Friendship and humor abound in this story of how Clifford grew into the Big Red Dog readers have loved for generations.