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product_id: 98306362
title: "This is San Francisco (This Is . . .): A Children's Classic"
price: "₱3864"
currency: PHP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
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# Authentic San Francisco scenes Vibrant vintage illustrations Iconic cable car charm This is San Francisco (This Is . . .): A Children's Classic

**Price:** ₱3864
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌉 Capture the City by the Bay—where every page is a ride on the iconic cable car!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** This is San Francisco (This Is . . .): A Children's Classic
- **How much does it cost?** ₱3864 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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- Customers looking for quality international products

## Why This Product

- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Classic Since 1962:** Own a piece of literary history that continues to enchant over 60 years later.
- • **Cultural Iconography:** From crooked streets to Chinatown’s Peking ducks, immerse in the city’s unique landmarks.
- • **Timeless Visual Journey:** Experience San Francisco’s soul through Miroslav Sasek’s colorful, captivating artwork.
- • **Multi-Generational Appeal:** Beloved by kids and adults alike—perfect for family bonding or nostalgic escapes.
- • **Perfect Gift for Explorers:** Ideal for young travelers and culture enthusiasts craving a stylish, educational keepsake.

## Overview

This is San Francisco is a classic children’s book first published in 1962, featuring Miroslav Sasek’s vibrant illustrations that bring the city’s landmarks and culture to life. Celebrated for its timeless appeal, it ranks highly in children’s travel and cultural books, boasting a 4.8-star rating from 188 reviews. Perfect for families and nostalgic readers, it offers an enchanting visual tour of San Francisco’s most iconic sights.

## Description

Let the rumbling cable car tell you the story! And what a story: From the crookedest street in the world to the Peking ducks in Chinatown, San Francisco is easily one of the world's most enchanting cities. Illustrator Miroslav Sasek captures both the breathtaking landscape and the cosmopolitan flavor of the City by the Bay in This is San Francisco. First published in 1962, Sasek's jaunty, colorful illustrations will still dazzle kids and adults alike.

Review: I left my heart... - Excellent illustrations. Captures the soul of the city.
Review: THIS IS SAN FRANCISCO - A wonderful book! For Children or Adults- Personally I love the illustrations, and what better way to remember where you have been.....Toss aside the travel guides once they've been used... For wistful nostalgia, look no further.

## Features

- Universe

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 781,982 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 310 in Children's Books on Customs, Traditions & Anthropology 456 in Children's Books on Travel 1,976 in Wall Calendars (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 188 Reviews |

## Images

![This is San Francisco (This Is . . .): A Children's Classic - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81fS-Gz6KaL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I left my heart...
*by U***D on 5 October 2018*

Excellent illustrations. Captures the soul of the city.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ THIS IS SAN FRANCISCO
*by A***A on 6 October 2011*

A wonderful book! For Children or Adults- Personally I love the illustrations, and what better way to remember where you have been.....Toss aside the travel guides once they've been used... For wistful nostalgia, look no further.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful, really
*by F***N on 26 February 2013*

A good book to teach children beautiful cities. Beautiful illustrations that characterize well the lifestyle of each city and reflect a lifestyle.

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*Last updated: 2026-09-18*