Author: Horatio Alger
Publisher: e-artnow
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Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 111

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Bertha's Christmas Vision – An Autumn Sheaf is a collection of 20 charming and warmhearted Christmas stories._x000D_ Table of Contents:_x000D_ Little Floy; or, How a Miser was reclaimed_x000D_ My Castle_x000D_ Miss Henderson's Thanksgiving Day_x000D_ Little Charlie_x000D_ Bertha's Christmas Vision_x000D_ Wide-Awake_x000D_ The First Tree planted by an Ornamental Tree Society_x000D_ The Royal Carpenter of Amsterdam_x000D_ Our Gabrielle_x000D_ The Veiled Mirror_x000D_ Summer Hours_x000D_ The Prize Painting_x000D_ The Child of the Street_x000D_ Lost and Found_x000D_ Geraldine_x000D_ The Christmas Gift_x000D_ My Picture_x000D_ Gottfried the Scholar_x000D_ Innocence_x000D_ Peter Plunkett's Adventure

Author: Horatio Alger
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 111

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Bertha's Christmas Vision – An Autumn Sheaf is a collection of 20 charming and warmhearted Christmas stories. Table of Contents: Little Floy; or, How a Miser was reclaimed My Castle Miss Henderson's Thanksgiving Day Little Charlie Bertha's Christmas Vision Wide-Awake The First Tree planted by an Ornamental Tree Society The Royal Carpenter of Amsterdam Our Gabrielle The Veiled Mirror Summer Hours The Prize Painting The Child of the Street Lost and Found Geraldine The Christmas Gift My Picture Gottfried the Scholar Innocence Peter Plunkett's Adventure

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Category : Unitarianism
Languages : en
Pages : 636

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Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 8825

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The Santa's Big Book of Christmas Tales: 500+ Novels, Stories, Poems, Carols & Legends encapsulates a magnificent tapestry of yuletide narratives, bringing together an array of literary styles ranging from poetry to prose, and short stories to novels. This compilation distinguishes itself by its diversity, traversing through the Victorian sentimentality of Dickens to the rugged American realism of Mark Twain, all the while encapsulating the essence of Christmas. It encompasses myriad themes such as hope, generosity, and the human condition, making this collection not just a celebration of Christmas but a reflection of humanity itself. The anthology serves as a pivotal literary context for understanding the evolution of Christmas narratives across different periods and cultures, showcasing notable works that have shaped the tradition of holiday storytelling. The selected authors in The Santa's Big Book of Christmas Tales are luminaries from various epochs, each bringing their unique cultural, historical, and literary backgrounds to the collection. Contributors like Charles Dickens and Leo Tolstoy offer insights into the social fabric of their respective times, while poets like William Wordsworth and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow capture the ethereal beauty of the winter season and its festivities. This anthology stands at the crossroads of various literary movements, from Romanticism with its emphasis on emotion and individualism to the detailed character studies of Realism. The sheer variety of authors enriches the collection, offering a panoramic view of Christmas through the ages, wrapped in the personal experiences and artistic visions of each writer. For readers seeking to immerse themselves in the Christmas spirit through a literary lens, The Santa's Big Book of Christmas Tales offers an unparalleled journey. This anthology is not just a collection of stories and poems; it is an invitation to explore the rich tapestry of Christmas traditions, emotions, and narratives. Through its pages, readers are offered a unique opportunity to engage with multiple perspectives on Christmas, understanding its universal appeal and the various ways it has been celebrated and interpreted. This book is a treasure trove for anyone interested in the cultural history of Christmas, the evolution of holiday literature, and the enduring power of storytelling in shaping our seasonal rituals and memories.

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Category : Unitarianism
Languages : en
Pages : 592

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Author: Jr. Horatio Alger
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 73

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"Grand'ther Baldwin's Thanksgiving, with Other Ballads and Poems" by Horatio Alger Jr. Horatio Alger Jr. was an American author who often wrote young adult novels but who, in this collection, showed off his poetic prowess. This volume contains: Grand'ther Baldwin's Thanksgiving, St. Nicholas, Barbara's Courtship, The Confession, Rose in the Garden, Phoebe's Wooing, The Lost Heart, John Maynard, Friar Anselmo among other poems.

Author: Jr. Horatio Alger
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 176

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In 'The Erie Train Boy', readers are taken on a journey through the life of a young boy named Fred Fenton who works as a train vendor to support his family. This classic tale by Horatio Alger Jr. portrays the struggles of youth during this time period and their resilience in the face of adversity. As the story progresses, Fred's fortunes change, and eventually, he finds success working for a wealthy man. This novel is a timeless coming-of-age story that reminds us of the power of hard work and determination.

Author: Jr. Horatio Alger
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 143

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The novel 'The Young Adventurer; or, Tom's Trip Across the Plains', begins with Mark Nelson and his family struggling to pay the mortgage on their farm in 1850. When Tom, the eldest son, finds a wallet belonging to the Squire who owns their mortgage, he makes a proposition to loan himself the money to seek his fortune in California. As Tom embarks on his journey, he meets several characters who will shape his path, including a man who tries to rob him and a kind stranger who offers him shelter. But as he encounters danger and obstacles, will Tom be able to succeed and save his family's farm?

Author: Louisa May Alcott
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 9047

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e-artnow presents to you this unique collection of the greatest Christmas novels and stories, myths, carols and the poetry dedicated to this magical holiday by the masters of literature: _x000D_ Mr. Pickwick's Christmas (Charles Dickens) _x000D_ The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry)_x000D_ The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf)_x000D_ A Merry Christmas (Louisa May Alcott)_x000D_ A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain)_x000D_ Silent Night_x000D_ The Night After Christmas_x000D_ The Child Born at Bethlehem_x000D_ The Adoration of the Shepherds_x000D_ The Visit of the Wise Men_x000D_ As Joseph Was A-Walking_x000D_ The Tale of Peter Rabbit (Beatrix Potter)_x000D_ Where Love Is, God Is (Leo Tolstoy) _x000D_ The Three Kings (Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) _x000D_ A Christmas Carol (Samuel Taylor Coleridge) _x000D_ Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum)_x000D_ Christmas At Sea (Robert Louis Stevenson)_x000D_ The Savior Must Have Been A Docile Gentleman (Emily Dickinson)_x000D_ The Heavenly Christmas Tree (Fyodor Dostoevsky)_x000D_ The Little City of Hope (F. Marion Crawford)_x000D_ The First Christmas Of New England (Harriet Beecher Stowe)_x000D_ Christmas in the Olden Time (Walter Scott)_x000D_ Christmas In India (Rudyard Kipling)_x000D_ A Christmas Carol (Charles Dickens) _x000D_ The Twelve Days of Christmas_x000D_ The Wonderful Wizard of OZ (L. Frank Baum)_x000D_ Ring Out, Wild Bells (Alfred Lord Tennyson)_x000D_ Little Lord Fauntleroy (Frances Hodgson Burnett)_x000D_ Black Beauty (Anna Sewell)_x000D_ The Christmas Child (Hesba Stretton)_x000D_ Granny's Wonderful Chair (Frances Browne)_x000D_ The Romance of a Christmas Card (Kate Douglas Wiggin)_x000D_ Wind in the Willows (Kenneth Grahame)_x000D_ The Wonderful Life - Story of the life and death of our Lord (Hesba Stretton)_x000D_ The Christmas Angel (A. Brown)_x000D_ Christmas at Thompson Hall (Anthony Trollope)_x000D_ Christmas Every Day (William Dean Howells)_x000D_ The Lost Word (Henry van Dyke)_x000D_ The Nutcracker and the Mouse King (E. T. A. Hoffmann)_x000D_ The Little Match Girl_x000D_ The Elves and the Shoemaker_x000D_ Mother Holle _x000D_ The Star Talers_x000D_ Snow-White_x000D_ The Christmas Hirelings_x000D_ The Blue Carbuncle_x000D_ An Exciting Christmas Eve_x000D_ The Spirit of Christmas…

Author: Jr. Horatio Alger
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 177

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In 'Five Hundred Dollars; or, Jacob Marlowe's Secret', Bert Barlow sets out to clear his father's name of a crime he did not commit with the help of his great uncle. The book follows Bert's journey from a poor boy working in a shoe factory to an actor in Chicago as he navigates challenges, including clearing his own name of theft and finding his father's accuser. With a compelling plot and relatable characters, this is a classic story of perseverance and justice that will keep readers turning the pages until the very end.