Big Book of Christmas Tales (eBook)

250+ Short Stories, Fairytales and Holiday Myths & Legends

Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson, Selma Lagerlöf, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, Harriet Beecher Stowe, George MacDonald, Louisa May Alcott, Arthur Conan Doyle, Frances Hodgson Burnett, Alphonse Daudet, Guy de Maupassant, Thomas Hardy, Benito Pérez Galdós, Armando Palacio Valdés, Anthony Trollope, Marcel Prévost, Beatrix Potter, O. Henry, Saki, Susan Coolidge, Edgar Wallace, Booker T. Washington, Elizabeth Harrison, L. Frank Baum, E. T. A. Hoffmann, Hans Christian Andersen, Kate Douglas Wiggin, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Anton Chekhov, Leo Tolstoy, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Elizabeth Gaskell, Brothers Grimm (Autoren)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
5959 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654777481-5 (EAN)

Infos

The 'Big Book of Christmas Tales' is a captivating anthology that traverses the vivacious literary landscape of Christmas narratives. Encompassing a wide range of literary styles, from the whimsical to the solemn, this collection presents an unparalleled amalgamation of stories that both illuminate and celebrate the myriad facets of the holiday season. Its significance is bolstered by the inclusion of seminal works from a pantheon of authors renowned for their contributions to literature, narratively weaving through the themes of hope, generosity, redemption, and the human condition. The diversity of tales, from Dickenss evocative portrayals of Victorian Christmases to Andersens timeless fairy tales, showcases the universal and enduring appeal of Christmas storytelling. The contributing authors and editors of this anthology bring together a veritable tapestry of cultural, historical, and literary backgrounds, united by the theme of Christmas. Their collective works resonate with various movements and epochs in literature, from Victorian sentimentalism to the poignant realism of Dostoevsky, reflecting the profound ways in which Christmas has been celebrated, challenged, and depicted throughout literary history. The anthology stands as a testament to the rich interplay of cultural narratives and individual creativity, offering a holistic exploration of Christmas through the lenses of some of the greatest writers in history. 'Readers seeking a comprehensive exploration of the Christmas spirit through literature need look no further than the Big Book of Christmas Tales. This anthology not only offers a unique opportunity to engage with the holiday season through a multitude of perspectives, styles, and themes but also serves as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling in capturing the essence of human experiences connected to Christmas. It invites readers to delve into a literary feast, promising both enlightenment and entertainment, and fostering a deeper appreciation for the ways in which Christmas has been immortalized in literature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 11.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Vorlesebücher / Märchen
• Schlagworte: christmas classics • Classic Literature • Grinch • Harry Potter • holiday reading • holiday stories • literary anthology • literary fiction • Little Blue Truck's Christmas. Narnia • Peter Pan • Polar Express • Santa's Underwear • Scandinavian Authors • Seasonal fiction • short story collection • The Christmasaurus • timeless tales • Tolkien • Turkey Claus