
The Sandman
Published in 2012, The Sandman is a fae fiction novel by William Joyce. The story is set in Luna and Moon. It deals with Sandman, Sleep, dreams and picture books.
Open Library readers give it an average of 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, and 24 more have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 6 editions across 3 languages.
At about 240 pages, most readers finish it in 4–5 hours.
About The Sandman
Provides the background, history, and life of Sanderson Mansnoozie, better known as the Sandman, who helps the Man in the Moon keep children safe at night by bringing them sweet dreams.
Quick answers
Who wrote The Sandman?
The Sandman was written by William Joyce and first published in 2012.
What genre is The Sandman?
It is usually shelved as Fae & Fairy Fiction.
How long is The Sandman?
The median edition has 240 pages, about 4–5 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to The Sandman?
Readers who like it often enjoy Starry River of the Sky, Many Moons and Where the Mountain Meets the Moon.
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