
Length508h 24m
About this audiobook
The Big Book of Christmas Novels, Stories, Myths & Carols represents a vast tapestry of the Christmas season as portrayed by an extraordinary confluence of authors spanning different continents and centuries. This anthology compiles works ranging from heartwarming tales and profound poems to revelatory myths and spirited carols, each enriching the festive lore with diverse literary styles and perspectives. The collection traverses the scope from Dickens' Victorian England to Andersen's fairy-tale Scandinavia, encapsulating the universal essence of Christmas while highlighting outstanding contributions that explore themes of joy, redemption, and the human condition during this pivotal time of year. The contributing authors and editors, hailing from varied historical and cultural backgrounds, collectively present a richly textured narrative palette. Figures such as Charles Dickens and Hans Christian Andersen, alongside profound poets like William Wordsworth and Emily Dickinson, bring authenticity and depth to the season's celebrations through their storied craft. This anthology aligns with the festive literary tradition, while also echoing the broader human experiences of love, loss, and hope, linking timeless Christmas spirits across different epochs and societies. This anthology is an essential companion for anyone keen to delve into the Christmas spirit through a literary lens. It offers readers a unique opportunity to experience a kaleidoscope of styles and themes, fostering a deeper appreciation for the holiday's cultural significance and its ability to unite diverse voices in a common narrative. Enthusiasts of classical literature and Christmas aficionados alike will find this comprehensive volume not only a delightful seasonal read but an invaluable resource that illuminates the enduring allure and multifaceted nature of Christmas storytelling.
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GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length508 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Wonderful Life & The Christmas Child (Musaicum Christmas Specials)
2The Big Book of Christmas Novels, Stories, Myths & Carols
3Preface
4Introduction
5The Origin and Associations of Christmas
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6The Earlier Celebrations of the Festival
7Novels
8Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum)
9YOUTH
101. Burzee
112. The Child of the Forest
123. The Adoption
134. Claus
145. The Master Woodsman
156. Claus Discovers Humanity
167. Claus Leaves the Forest
17MANHOOD
181. The Laughing Valley
192. How Claus Made the First Toy
203. How the Ryls Colored the Toys
214. How Little Mayrie Became Frightened
225. How Bessie Blithesome Came to the Laughing Valley
236. The Wickedness of the Awgwas
247. The Great Battle Between Good and Evil
258. The First Journey with the Reindeer
269. "Santa Claus!"
2710. Christmas Eve
2811. How the First Stockings Were Hung by the Chimneys
2912. The First Christmas Tree
30OLD AGE
311. The Mantle of Immortality
322. When the World Grew Old
333. The Deputies of Santa Claus
34Christmas-Tree Land (Mary Louisa Molesworth)
35CHAPTER I. THE WHITE CASTLE.
36CHAPTER II. IN THE FIR-WOODS.
37CHAPTER III. THE MYSTERIOUS COTTAGE.
38CHAPTER IV. FAIRY HOUSEKEEPING.
39CHAPTER V. THE STORY OF A KING'S DAUGHTER.
40CHAPTER VI. THE STORY OF A KING'S DAUGHTER
41CHAPTER VII. A WINDING STAIR AND A SCAMPER.
42CHAPTER VIII. THE SQUIRREL FAMILY.
43CHAPTER IX. A COMMITTEE OF BIRDS.
44CHAPTER X. A SAIL IN THE AIR.
45CHAPTER XI. THE EAGLES' EYRIE.
46CHAPTER XII. A VISION OF CHRISTMAS TREES.
47The Little City of Hope (F. Marion Crawford)
48I HOW JOHN HENRY OVERHOLT SAT ON PANDORA'S BOX
49II HOW A MAN AND A BOY FOUNDED THE LITTLE CITY OF HOPE
50III HOW THEY MADE BRICKS WITHOUT STRAW