Christmas-Tide (eBook)

A Tapestry of Christmas Traditions and Moral Reflections

Charles Dickens, Elizabeth Harrison (Autoren)

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2019
116 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406617136-0 (EAN)

Infos

Christmas-Tide gathers a rare assemblage of narratives that span the rich tapestry of Christmas traditions and moral reflections, encompassing both the familiar warmth of Charles Dickens' festive storytelling and the innovative educational theories of Elizabeth Harrison. This anthology delicately balances the evocative nostalgia of Victorian Christmas with the pioneering insights into childhood development and education during the holiday season. Highlighting the diversity and significance of its contents, Christmas-Tide showcases remarkable pieces that, while distinct in literary style, collectively underscore the broader themes of generosity, empathy, and the transformative power of the holiday spirit within both personal and communal spheres. The contributing authors, Charles Dickens and Elizabeth Harrison, bring to this collection an intriguing mix of backgrounds that enrich its thematic explorations. Dickens, renowned for his vivid portrayals of Victorian life and its complexities, and Harrison, a pioneering educator and advocate for the kindergarten movement in America, both contribute profoundly to the historical and cultural tapestry of the anthology. Through their works, Christmas-Tide aligns with broader literary and educational movements of their times, offering a nuanced exploration of Christmas traditions and their impacts on society and individual growth. Christmas-Tide is recommended for those wishing to immerse themselves in the depth and diversity of Christmas narratives. The anthology provides a unique opportunity to explore a multiplicity of perspectives on a universally cherished holiday, showcasing the educational and reflective potential of these seasonal stories. As readers delve into the collection, they will find themselves engaged in an enriching dialogue between the festive tales of Dickens and Harrison's visionary educational philosophies, offering both entertainment and profound insights into the spirit of Christmas.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 18.5.2021
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Vorlesebücher / Märchen
• Schlagworte: Charles Dickens • Christmas • Christmas Stories • Classic Literature • english authors • festive season • holiday classics • holiday reading • literary fiction • Literature General • Victorian Literature