
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 CraneLength334h 39m
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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
Length334 hrs 39 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 16, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Green Carnations Collection
2The Christmas Holiday Cheer: 180+ Novels, Tales & Poems in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)
3Novels
4Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum)
5YOUTH
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61. Burzee
72. The Child of the Forest
83. The Adoption
94. Claus
105. The Master Woodsman
116. Claus Discovers Humanity
127. Claus Leaves the Forest
13MANHOOD
141. The Laughing Valley
152. How Claus Made the First Toy
163. How the Ryls Colored the Toys
174. How Little Mayrie Became Frightened
185. How Bessie Blithesome Came to the Laughing Valley
196. The Wickedness of the Awgwas
207. The Great Battle Between Good and Evil
218. The First Journey with the Reindeer
229. "Santa Claus!"
2310. Christmas Eve
2411. How the First Stockings Were Hung by the Chimneys
2512. The First Christmas Tree
26OLD AGE
271. The Mantle of Immortality
282. When the World Grew Old
293. The Deputies of Santa Claus
30Christmas-Tree Land (Mary Louisa Molesworth)
31CHAPTER I. THE WHITE CASTLE.
32CHAPTER II. IN THE FIR-WOODS.
33CHAPTER III. THE MYSTERIOUS COTTAGE.
34CHAPTER IV. FAIRY HOUSEKEEPING.
35CHAPTER V. THE STORY OF A KING'S DAUGHTER.
36CHAPTER VI. THE STORY OF A KING'S DAUGHTER
37CHAPTER VII. A WINDING STAIR AND A SCAMPER.
38CHAPTER VIII. THE SQUIRREL FAMILY.
39CHAPTER IX. A COMMITTEE OF BIRDS.
40CHAPTER X. A SAIL IN THE AIR.
41CHAPTER XI. THE EAGLES' EYRIE.
42CHAPTER XII. A VISION OF CHRISTMAS TREES.
43I HOW JOHN HENRY OVERHOLT SAT ON PANDORA'S BOX
44II HOW A MAN AND A BOY FOUNDED THE LITTLE CITY OF HOPE
45III HOW THEY MADE BRICKS WITHOUT STRAW
46IV HOW THERE WAS A FAMINE IN THE CITY
47V HOW THE CITY WAS BESIEGED AND THE LID OF PANDORA'S BOX CAME OFF
48VI HOW A SMALL BOY DID A BIG THING AND NAILED DOWN THE LID OF THE BOX
49VII HOW A LITTLE WOMAN DID A GREAT DEED TO SAVE THE CITY
50VIII HOW THE WHEELS WENT ROUND AT LAST