The Greatest Christmas Classics of All Time (ePub)
200+ Christmas Novels, Stories, Poems & Carols (Illustrated)
(Sprache: Englisch)
The Greatest Christmas Classics of All Time is a celebrated anthology that encapsulates the spirit of Christmas through a diverse and enriching collection of stories, poems, and essays. Spanning a vast array of literary styles from the heartwarming to the...
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The Greatest Christmas Classics of All Time is a celebrated anthology that encapsulates the spirit of Christmas through a diverse and enriching collection of stories, poems, and essays. Spanning a vast array of literary styles from the heartwarming to the humorous, the gothic to the deeply moralistic, it explores the many facets of the holiday season. The anthology stands out not only for its broad spectrum of voices but also for highlighting the works of seminal figures across various periods. It serves as a testament to the universal appeal and evolving nature of Christmas narratives, offering readers timeless tales of hope, joy, reflection, and community. The contributing authors and editors, ranging from titans of the 19th century like Charles Dickens and Mark Twain to pivotal 20th-century voices such as E.T.A. Hoffmann and Robert E. Howard, bring a remarkable depth of cultural, historical, and literary context to the collection. Their backgrounds reflect a rich tapestry of global traditions and perspectives, aligning with literary movements that span Romanticism, Victorian literature, Realism, and beyond. This diverse cultural and temporal mix enriches the theme of the anthology, providing a multi-faceted exploration of Christmas that transcends geographical and chronological boundaries, thereby weaving a more connected and inclusive narrative of the holiday season. This anthology is recommended for readers looking to immerse themselves in the Christmas spirit through a literary journey that spans centuries and continents. The Greatest Christmas Classics of All Time offers a unique opportunity to explore the multifarious themes of Christmas as seen through the eyes of some of the world's most celebrated authors. It stands as an educational treasure trove that not only entertains but also enlightens, fostering a deeper understanding of cultural and historical traditions around this universally cherished holiday. For anyone seeking to rekindle their holiday spirit or delve into the literary tapestry of yuletide celebration, this collection promises a rich and rewarding experience.
Autoren-Porträt von Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson, Carolyn Wells, Sophie May, Louisa May Alcott, Alphonse Daudet, William John Locke, Guy de Maupassant, Walter Scott, Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer, Benito Pérez Galdós, Armando Palacio Valdés, Selma Lagerlöf, Susan Anne Livingston Ridley Sedgwick, Anthony Trollope, Marcel Prévost, Rudyard Kipling, Beatrix Potter, Mary Hartwell Catherwood, Emily Dickinson, Bret Harte, Lucas Malet, Thomas Nelson Page, Charles Dickens, O. Henry, Saki, François Coppée, Maud Lindsay, Alice Hale Burnett, Walter Crane, André Theuriet, Amy Ella Blanchard, Isabel Cecilia Williams, Amanda M. Douglas, Mark Twain, Edgar Wallace, Booker T. Washington, Olive Thorne Miller, Vernon Lee, Anne Hollingsworth Wharton, Kate Upson Clark, Ernest Ingersoll, Willis Boyd Allen, F. L. Stealey, J. M. Barrie, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Eleanor H. Porter, Annie F. Johnston, Jacob A. Riis, Elbridge S. Brooks, Edward A. Rand, Florence L. Barclay, E. T. A. Hoffmann, Harrison S. Morris, Robert E. Howard, Marjorie L. C. Pickthall, Robert Louis Stevenson, Hans Christian Andersen, William Butler Yeats, Henry Van Dyke, Anton Chekhov, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Alfred Lord Tennyson, A. S. Boyd, Juliana Horatia Ewing, Clement Moore, Nora A. Smith, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Phebe A. Curtiss, Nellie C. King, Lucy Wheelock, Aunt Hede, Frederick E. Dewhurst, Jay T. Stocking, Anna Robinson, Florence M. Kingsley, M. A. L. Lane, Elizabeth Harkison, Max Brand, F. E. Mann, Winifred M. Kirkland, Katherine Pyle, Grace Margaret Gallaher, Elia W. Peattie, F. Arnstein, James Weber Linn, Antonio Maré, Jules Simon, Marion Clifford, William Wordsworth, E. E. Hale, Georg Schuster, Matilda Betham Edwards, Angelo J. Lewis, Raymond Mcalden, Pedro A. de Alarcón, Maxime Du Camp
Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson (1832-1910) was a Norwegian writer, poet, playwright, and a towering figure in Scandinavian literature. One of the 'Four Greats' of Norwegian literature, alongside Henrik Ibsen, Alexander Kielland, and Jonas Lie, Bjørnson was a pioneer of modern Norwegian literature and an active proponent of Norwegian nationalism and cultural independence during the nineteenth century. His works often reflect a firm belief in humanity and individual rights and showcase his exceptional storytelling prowess. Bjørnson was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1903, 'as a tribute to his noble, magnificent, and versatile poetry, which has always been distinguished by both the freshness of its inspiration and the rare purity of its spirit' (Nobelprize.org). Among his notable works is 'The Greatest Christmas Classics of All Time,' a collection that exemplifies his ability to capture the essence of the Christmas spirit and the perennial themes of love, compassion, and community. His literary style combines the narrative depth of the saga tradition with the keen psychological insight characteristic of modern prose, making his works enduringly popular and an essential part of the Norwegian canon.
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- Autoren: Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson , Carolyn Wells , Sophie May , Louisa May Alcott , Alphonse Daudet , William John Locke , Guy de Maupassant , Walter Scott , Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer , Benito Pérez Galdós , Armando Palacio Valdés , Selma Lagerlöf , Susan Anne Livingston Ridley Sedgwick , Anthony Trollope , Marcel Prévost , Rudyard Kipling , Beatrix Potter , Mary Hartwell Catherwood , Emily Dickinson , Bret Harte , Lucas Malet , Thomas Nelson Page , Charles Dickens , O. Henry , Saki , François Coppée , Maud Lindsay , Alice Hale Burnett , Walter Crane , André Theuriet , Amy Ella Blanchard , Isabel Cecilia Williams , Amanda M. Douglas , Mark Twain , Edgar Wallace , Booker T. Washington , Olive Thorne Miller , Vernon Lee , Anne Hollingsworth Wharton , Kate Upson Clark , Ernest Ingersoll , Willis Boyd Allen , F. L. Stealey , J. M. Barrie , Harriet Beecher Stowe , Eleanor H. Porter , Annie F. Johnston , Jacob A. Riis , Elbridge S. Brooks , Edward A. Rand , Florence L. Barclay , E. T. A. Hoffmann , Harrison S. Morris , Robert E. Howard , Marjorie L. C. Pickthall , Robert Louis Stevenson , Hans Christian Andersen , William Butler Yeats , Henry Van Dyke , Anton Chekhov , Fyodor Dostoevsky , Alfred Lord Tennyson , A. S. Boyd , Juliana Horatia Ewing , Clement Moore , Nora A. Smith , Henry Wadsworth Longfellow , Phebe A. Curtiss , Nellie C. King , Lucy Wheelock , Aunt Hede , Frederick E. Dewhurst , Jay T. Stocking , Anna Robinson , Florence M. Kingsley , M. A. L. Lane , Elizabeth Harkison , Max Brand , F. E. Mann , Winifred M. Kirkland , Katherine Pyle , Grace Margaret Gallaher , Elia W. Peattie , F. Arnstein , James Weber Linn , Antonio Maré , Jules Simon , Marion Clifford , William Wordsworth , E. E. Hale , Georg Schuster , Matilda Betham Edwards , Angelo J. Lewis , Raymond Mcalden , Pedro A. de Alarcón , Maxime Du Camp
- Altersempfehlung: Ab 2 Jahre
- 2022, 9349 Seiten, Englisch
- Verlag: DigiCat
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- ISBN-13: 8596547393375
- Erscheinungsdatum: 13.11.2022
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