The Greatest Poems & Carols for Christmas Time (Illustrated Edition) (eBook)

A Literary Celebration of Christmas Traditions and Emotions

Robert Louis Stevenson, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Charles Kingsley, William Wordsworth, Walter Scott, Thomas Hardy, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Rudyard Kipling, Emily Dickinson, Clement Clarke Moore, John Milton, Sara Teasdale, William Butler Yeats, Alfred Tennyson Lord, James Montgomery, William Thackeray (Autoren)

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2024
76 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654781421-4 (EAN)

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The Greatest Poems & Carols for Christmas Time (Illustrated Edition) collects the intimate and communal celebrations of the yuletide spirit through the diverse lenses of some of the most venerable poets and writers in English literature. This anthology brings together the rich tapestry of Christmas traditions, emotions, and reflections, offering a range of literary styles from the solemn and the sacred to the festive and jubilant. It weaves together the historic and timeless sentiments that have surrounded the Christmas season, showcasing pieces that stand as pillars of literary heritage, while also providing insightful glimpses into the eras and personal philosophies of its authors. The contributing poets and authors, including figures like Robert Louis Stevenson, Emily Dickinson, and William Butler Yeats, represent a broad spectrum of the literary movements and cultural epochs spanning several centuries. From the romanticism of Wordsworth and Coleridge to the Victorian ideals of Dickens and the nuanced reflections of Hardy and Kipling, the collection forms a dialogue between generations of writers who have shaped and been shaped by their times. These authors, with their distinct voices, collectively contribute to the anthology's exploration of Christmas, weaving together themes of joy, nostalgia, celebration, and reflection. As a collection, The Greatest Poems & Carols for Christmas Time (Illustrated Edition) presents a remarkable opportunity for readers to immerse themselves in the wealth of emotions and thoughts that the holiday season inspires. It invites educators, students, and enthusiasts of literature and Christmas alike to explore the depths and breadths of yuletide through the words of some of the English language's most celebrated poets. This anthology not only educates but also enchants, providing a unique lens through which to view the holiday season and its myriad traditions, emotions, and meanings.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 18.1.2024
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Lyrik / Gedichte
• Schlagworte: Charlotte's Web • christmas poetry • christmas tradition • Classic Literature • Dr. Seuss • FROZEN • goodnight moon • Grimm • Hans Christian Andersen • Harry Potter • Holiday carols • Holiday literature • illustrated poems • literary classics • Mark Twain • poetry anthology • Robert Louis Stevenson • seasonal poetry • The Giving Tree • Winnie-the-Pooh