The Greatest Christmas Tales & Poems in One Volume (Illustrated) - A Christmas Carol The Gift of the Magi Life and Adventures of Santa Claus Little Women

Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, Louuisa May Alcott, L. Frank Baum, Hans Christian Andersen, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Anthony Trollope, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, O. Henry, George MacDonald, Emily Dickinson, Robert Louis Stevenson, William Wordsworth, E.T.A. Hoffman, Walter Scott, William Butler Yeats, Rudyard Kipling, J. M. Barrie, Henry Van Dyke, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Brothers Grimm, Selma Lagerlöf, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Beatrix Potter, Clement Moore, Leo Tolstoy, Alfred Tennyson

Synopsis

The Greatest Christmas Tales & Poems in One Volume (Illustrated)' is a finely-curated collection that dives into the rich tapestry of Christmas narratives and poetic enchantments. The anthology artfully juxtaposes the serenity of snowy landscapes with the vibrancy of festive spirits. It features a wide array of literary styles from classic tales of generosity and joy to poignant poems that search deeper meanings of the season. Key highlights include suspenseful character studies, heartwarming family gatherings, and majestic descriptions of winter's natural beauty, all that resonate deeply within the tradition of Yuletide storytelling. This collection brings together an eclectic group of beloved authors and poets whose works have significantly shaped literary history. The likes of Dickens and Tolstoy contribute to the classic elements of Christmas storytelling, while poets like Yeats and Tennyson add lyrical grace to the seasonal joy. Each contributor's background, from different temporal and geographical spheres, enriches this anthology, portraying Christmas through varied lenses of tradition, reform, and celebration. Their collective portrayals not only reflect personal visions but also echo larger cultural and moral shifts that have influenced the way we experience and think about Christmas. 'Reading The Greatest Christmas Tales & Poems in One Volume (Illustrated)' offers an unparalleled journey through the multifaceted world of Christmas storytelling. It provides readers not only a means of entertainment but also a profound educational resource that showcases how literature can mirror and mold societal values over time. Each page invites enthusiasts to explore the evolution of Christmas literature and to partake in the perennial dialogue these stories and poems provoke. This anthology is a treasure trove for anyone desiring to delve into a cross-generational conversation and discover the enduring spirit and reformative powers of Christmas.

Disponible depuis: 20/04/2017.

Longueur d'impression: 6165 pages.

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