
The Christmas Holiday Cheer: 180+ Novels, Tales & Poems in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)
Life and Adventures of Santa Claus, A Christmas Carol, The First Christmas Of New EnglandBy Charles Dickens, Louisa May Alcott, O. Henry, Mark Twain, Beatrix Potter, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Emily Dickinson, Robert Louis Stevenson, Rudyard Kipling, Hans Christian Andersen, Selma Lagerlöf, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Walter Scott, J. M. Barrie, Anthony Trollope, Brothers Grimm, L. Frank Baum, Lucy Maud Montgomery, George MacDonald, Leo Tolstoy, Henry van Dyke, E. T. A. Hoffmann, Clement Moore, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, William Wordsworth, Alfred Lord Tennyson, William Butler Yeats, Eleanor H. Porter, Jacob A. Riis, Susan Anne Livingston, Ridley Sedgwick, Sophie May, Lucas Malet, Juliana Horatia Ewing, Alice Hale Burnett, Ernest Ingersoll, Annie F. Johnston, Amanda M. Douglas, Amy Ella Blanchard, Carolyn Wells, Walter CraneLength335h 56m
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'The Christmas Holiday Cheer: 180+ Novels, Tales & Poems in One Volume' illuminates the rich tapestry of the festive season through a diverse range of literary forms and styles from celebrated authors across the globe. This anthology elegantly binds the sentimental, the humorous, and the profound under the joyous umbrella of Christmas. Each piece, whether a poignant poem by Emily Dickinson or a vibrant tale by Charles Dickens, contributes uniquely to this festive compilation, reflecting the period's diverse literary traditions and the universal themes of hope, renewal, and charity. The splendid illustrations accompanying each story and poem further elevate the reader's experience, adding a visual feast that complements the textual richness. This collection is curated from a constellation of influential literary figures, each bringing their own cultural and historical contexts to the theme of Christmas. From the clear, moral narratives of Hans Christian Andersen to the intricate psychological depths explored by Fyodor Dostoevsky, these works not only entertain but enlighten, offering insights into the human condition during the festive season. The anthology represents a cross-section of nineteenth and early twentieth-century literature, encapsulating the spirit of the times and highlighting Christmas celebrations in various cultural milieus. 'The Christmas Holiday Cheer' is an essential anthology for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the literary and cultural essence of Christmas. It invites readers to explore a myriad of voices and styles, providing a profound educational journey through its pages. This collection promises not only to delight and entertain but also to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of Christmas as seen through the eyes of some of the greatest writers. It is an invitation to revel in the holiday spirit, enriched by the legacy of literary giants.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length335 hrs 56 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 16, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Christmas Holiday Cheer: 180+ Novels, Tales & Poems in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)
2YOUTH
31. Burzee
42. The Child of the Forest
53. The Adoption
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64. Claus
75. The Master Woodsman
86. Claus Discovers Humanity
97. Claus Leaves the Forest
10MANHOOD
111. The Laughing Valley
122. How Claus Made the First Toy
133. How the Ryls Colored the Toys
144. How Little Mayrie Became Frightened
155. How Bessie Blithesome Came to the Laughing Valley
166. The Wickedness of the Awgwas
177. The Great Battle Between Good and Evil
188. The First Journey with the Reindeer
199. "Santa Claus!"
2010. Christmas Eve
2111. How the First Stockings Were Hung by the Chimneys
2212. The First Christmas Tree
23OLD AGE
241. The Mantle of Immortality
252. When the World Grew Old
263. The Deputies of Santa Claus
27Christmas-Tree Land (Mary Louisa Molesworth)
28CHAPTER I. THE WHITE CASTLE.
29CHAPTER II. IN THE FIR-WOODS.
30CHAPTER III. THE MYSTERIOUS COTTAGE.
31CHAPTER IV. FAIRY HOUSEKEEPING.
32CHAPTER V. THE STORY OF A KING'S DAUGHTER.
33CHAPTER VI. THE STORY OF A KING'S DAUGHTER
34CHAPTER VII. A WINDING STAIR AND A SCAMPER.
35CHAPTER VIII. THE SQUIRREL FAMILY.
36CHAPTER IX. A COMMITTEE OF BIRDS.
37CHAPTER X. A SAIL IN THE AIR.
38CHAPTER XI. THE EAGLES' EYRIE.
39CHAPTER XII. A VISION OF CHRISTMAS TREES.
40The Little City of Hope (F. Marion Crawford)
41I HOW JOHN HENRY OVERHOLT SAT ON PANDORA'S BOX
42II HOW A MAN AND A BOY FOUNDED THE LITTLE CITY OF HOPE
43III HOW THEY MADE BRICKS WITHOUT STRAW
44IV HOW THERE WAS A FAMINE IN THE CITY
45V HOW THE CITY WAS BESIEGED AND THE LID OF PANDORA'S BOX CAME OFF
46VI HOW A SMALL BOY DID A BIG THING AND NAILED DOWN THE LID OF THE BOX
47VII HOW A LITTLE WOMAN DID A GREAT DEED TO SAVE THE CITY
48VIII HOW THE WHEELS WENT ROUND AT LAST
49IX HOW THE KING OF HEARTS MADE A FEAST IN THE CITY OF HOPE
50ILLUSTRATIONS