The Big Christmas Basket: 200+ Christmas Novels, Stories, Poems & Carols (Illustrated) (eBook)

Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson, Selma Lagerlöf, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Robert Louis Stevenson, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Max Brand, William Wordsworth, 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, 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, O. Henry, Saki, François Coppée, Maud Lindsay, Alice Hale Burnett, Walter Crane, André Theuriet, Amy Ella Blanchard, Isabel Cecilia Williams, Amanda M. Douglas, 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, 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, Hans Christian Andersen, William Butler Yeats, Henry Van Dyke, Anton Chekhov, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Alfred Tennyson Lord, A. S. Boyd, Juliana Horatia Ewing, Clement Moore, Nora A. Smith, 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, 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, E. E. Hale, Georg Schuster, Matilda Betham Edwards, Angelo J. Lewis, Raymond Mcalden, Pedro A. de Alarcón, Maxime Du Camp (Autoren)

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2023
9349 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654776587-5 (EAN)

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The Big Christmas Basket: 200+ Christmas Novels, Stories, Poems & Carols (Illustrated) offers a rich tapestry of Yuletide tales that span continents and centuries, encapsulating the multifaceted essence of the Christmas season. From vibrant holiday celebrations to introspective narratives capturing personal transformations and familial warmth, this anthology presents an expansive range of literary styles. Each piece offers its unique contribution, reflecting the cultural kaleidoscope of Christmas traditions. The diversity is not only geographical but also thematic, exploring every nuance of the festive spirit, from joy and charity to reflection and rebirth. This collection assembles the brilliance of celebrated authors like Charles Dickens and Fyodor Dostoevsky alongside beloved storytellers such as Hans Christian Andersen and Louisa May Alcott. The anthology is a melange of voices from various literary movements, such as realism and romanticism, and includes magical realist tendencies that align with the fantastical aspects of Christmas lore. The inclusion of diverse writers like Booker T. Washington and Rudyard Kipling offers rich historical and cultural perspectives, making this anthology a noteworthy assembly that brings together diverse voices united by a common theme. Readers are invited to explore this volume to revel in the multiplicity of perspectives and styles it offers. The careful curation of stories and poems ensures an enlightening exploration of Christmas's cultural and emotional landscape. Perfect for those seeking both entertainment and enlightenment, The Big Christmas Basket enriches one's understanding of the season through the dialogue it fosters among its diverse array of authors, promising insights into the universal yet deeply personal celebration of Christmas.

Autor

Bjørnstjerne Martinsen Bjørnson (1832–1910) was a towering figure in Norwegian literature and a national luminary, whose literary contributions extend from poetry and plays to novels and political essays. Born on December 8, 1832, at Kvikne in Norway, Bjørnson is renowned for his instrumental role in the Norwegian literary movement of the late 19th century, and his works are regarded as essential in the national romanticism era. A versatile writer, his output ranges from the rural novel 'Synnøve Solbakken' to the historical play 'Sigurd Jorsalfar,' reflecting Norway's culture and social issues. With his seminal work earning him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1903, Bjørnson's legacy is enshrined in the canon of Scandinavian literature. His profound impact on Norwegian identity and literature is encapsulated in his authorship of the lyrics for the national anthem 'Ja, vi elsker dette landet.' Notably, Bjørnson was also a fervent advocate for cultural and political independence and actively participated in public debates. 'The Big Christmas Basket: 200+ Christmas Novels, Stories, Poems & Carols (Illustrated)' is a collection that incorporates his festive literary contributions, offering a glimpse into his rich and varied style that combines patriotism with a broader humane and progressive outlook. As a key national icon, Bjørnson's literary style is characterized by its lyrical naturalism, romantic idealism, and an abiding love for his homeland, which has left an indelible mark on Norwegian literature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 27.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century holiday classics • Christmas anthology classics • Christmas carols and novels • Christmas literature collection • Christmas-themed young adult fiction • classic authors holiday • Classic Christmas Tales • classic holiday poetry • Emotional Christmas collection • Fairytales • festive moral reflections • festive season anthology • FROZEN • Harry Potter • holiday celebration fiction • holiday spirit tales • holiday stories and poems • How the Grinch Stole Christmas • illustrated Christmas anthology • Illustrated Christmas stories • literary Christmas adventure • Little Blue Truck’s Christmas • Magic • multinational Christmas literature • Narnia • Nordic Christmas traditions • nostalgic Christmas carols • Polar Express • Realist Christmas narratives • Roald Dahl • Romantic era Christmas • seasonal cultural heritage • Social commentary Christmas • Timeless Christmas literature • Tolkien • Victorian Christmas stories • winter holiday literature • Yuletide classics illustrated • Yuletide cultural reflections • Yuletide poetry collection