
The Greatest Christmas Novels Collection (Illustrated Edition)
Life and Adventures of Santa Claus, The Romance of a Christmas Card, The Little City of HopeBy J. M. Barrie, Charles Dickens, Johanna Spyri, Louisa May Alcott, L. Frank Baum, Frances Hodgson Burnett, Lucy Maud Montgomery, George MacDonald, Mary Louisa Molesworth, Martha Finley, Abbie Farwell Brown, Anna Sewell, Hesba Stretton, Frances Browne, Kate Douglas Wiggin, Kenneth GrahameLength105h 18m
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Spanning the breadth of children's literature in its most iconic form, 'The Greatest Christmas Novels Collection (Illustrated Edition)' presents a curated anthology that captures the essence of Christmas through variegated literary prisms. This collection encompasses a wide array of narrative styles—from the Victorian romanticism of Charles Dickens to the imaginative realms of L. Frank Baum and the poignant realism of Johanna Spyri. The compendium stands out not only for its thematic richness but also for its historical import, delivering stories that have shaped and mirrored society's evolving views on childhood and festivity. Noteworthy are the works that encapsulate the spirit of Christmas in ways that resonate deeply with universal themes of joy, generosity, and renewal. The contributing authors of this anthology are pivotal figures in the development of children's literature, with each writer bringing a distinct cultural and philosophical perspective to the collection. Figures like Louisa May Alcott and Frances Hodgson Burnett have embedded deep moral and ethical values, pertinent to both their times and ours, within their narratives. This amalgamation of authors, from different eras and backgrounds, forms a tapestry that reflects various cultural interpretations of Christmas, making it a fertile ground for academic exploration and personal reflection on this global celebration. 'The Greatest Christmas Novels Collection (Illustrated Edition)' offers readers an exceptional opportunity to explore foundational works of children's literature under the thematic umbrella of Christmas. It serves both as an educational tool and a pleasurable reading experience, encouraging a deeper understanding of the literary and cultural dimensions of the holiday season. By engaging with this anthology, readers will appreciate the diverse narrative styles and thematic depth, forging a connection with the past through the enduring charm of Christmas storytelling.
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GenreChildren's Literature, General Fiction
Length105 hrs 18 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Bertha's Christmas Vision: 20 Holiday Stories
2The Greatest Christmas Novels Collection (Illustrated Edition)
3Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum)
4YOUTH
51. Burzee
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62. The Child of the Forest
73. The Adoption
84. Claus
95. The Master Woodsman
106. Claus Discovers Humanity
117. Claus Leaves the Forest
12MANHOOD
131. The Laughing Valley
142. How Claus Made the First Toy
153. How the Ryls Colored the Toys
164. How Little Mayrie Became Frightened
175. How Bessie Blithesome Came to the Laughing Valley
186. The Wickedness of the Awgwas
197. The Great Battle Between Good and Evil
208. The First Journey with the Reindeer
219. "Santa Claus!"
2210. Christmas Eve
2311. How the First Stockings Were Hung by the Chimneys
2412. The First Christmas Tree
25OLD AGE
261. The Mantle of Immortality
272. When the World Grew Old
283. The Deputies of Santa Claus
29Christmas-Tree Land (Mary Louisa Molesworth)
30CHAPTER I. THE WHITE CASTLE.
31CHAPTER II. IN THE FIR-WOODS.
32CHAPTER III. THE MYSTERIOUS COTTAGE.
33CHAPTER IV. FAIRY HOUSEKEEPING.
34CHAPTER V. THE STORY OF A KING'S DAUGHTER.
35CHAPTER VI. THE STORY OF A KING'S DAUGHTER
36CHAPTER VII. A WINDING STAIR AND A SCAMPER.
37CHAPTER VIII. THE SQUIRREL FAMILY.
38CHAPTER IX. A COMMITTEE OF BIRDS.
39CHAPTER X. A SAIL IN THE AIR.
40CHAPTER XI. THE EAGLES' EYRIE.
41CHAPTER XII. A VISION OF CHRISTMAS TREES.
42I HOW JOHN HENRY OVERHOLT SAT ON PANDORA'S BOX
43II HOW A MAN AND A BOY FOUNDED THE LITTLE CITY OF HOPE
44III HOW THEY MADE BRICKS WITHOUT STRAW
45IV HOW THERE WAS A FAMINE IN THE CITY
46V HOW THE CITY WAS BESIEGED AND THE LID OF PANDORA'S BOX CAME OFF
47VI HOW A SMALL BOY DID A BIG THING AND NAILED DOWN THE LID OF THE BOX
48VII HOW A LITTLE WOMAN DID A GREAT DEED TO SAVE THE CITY
49VIII HOW THE WHEELS WENT ROUND AT LAST
50IX HOW THE KING OF HEARTS MADE A FEAST IN THE CITY OF HOPE