Author: Jean Shepherd
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307768732
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
A beloved, bestselling classic of humorous and nostalgic Americana—the book that inspired the equally classic Yuletide film and the live musical on Fox. The holiday film A Christmas Story, first released in 1983, has become a bona fide Christmas perennial, gaining in stature and fame with each succeeding year. Its affectionate, wacky, and wryly realistic portrayal of an American family’s typical Christmas joys and travails in small-town Depression-era Indiana has entered our imagination and our hearts with a force equal to It’s a Wonderful Life and Miracle on 34th Street. This edition of A Christmas Story gathers together in one hilarious volume the gems of autobiographical humor that Jean Shepherd drew upon to create this enduring film. Here is young Ralphie Parker’s shocking discovery that his decoder ring is really a device to promote Ovaltine; his mother and father’s pitched battle over the fate of a lascivious leg lamp; the unleashed and unnerving savagery of Ralphie’s duel in the show with the odious bullies Scut Farkas and Grover Dill; and, most crucially, Ralphie’s unstoppable campaign to get Santa—or anyone else—to give him a Red Ryder carbine action 200-shot range model air rifle. Who cares that the whole adult world is telling him, “You’ll shoot your eye out, kid”? The pieces that comprise A Christmas Story, previously published in the larger collections In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash and Wanda Hickey’s Night of Golden Memories, coalesce in a magical fashion to become an irresistible piece of Americana, quite the equal of the film in its ability to warm the heart and tickle the funny bone.
A Christmas Story
Author: Jean Shepherd
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307768732
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
A beloved, bestselling classic of humorous and nostalgic Americana—the book that inspired the equally classic Yuletide film and the live musical on Fox. The holiday film A Christmas Story, first released in 1983, has become a bona fide Christmas perennial, gaining in stature and fame with each succeeding year. Its affectionate, wacky, and wryly realistic portrayal of an American family’s typical Christmas joys and travails in small-town Depression-era Indiana has entered our imagination and our hearts with a force equal to It’s a Wonderful Life and Miracle on 34th Street. This edition of A Christmas Story gathers together in one hilarious volume the gems of autobiographical humor that Jean Shepherd drew upon to create this enduring film. Here is young Ralphie Parker’s shocking discovery that his decoder ring is really a device to promote Ovaltine; his mother and father’s pitched battle over the fate of a lascivious leg lamp; the unleashed and unnerving savagery of Ralphie’s duel in the show with the odious bullies Scut Farkas and Grover Dill; and, most crucially, Ralphie’s unstoppable campaign to get Santa—or anyone else—to give him a Red Ryder carbine action 200-shot range model air rifle. Who cares that the whole adult world is telling him, “You’ll shoot your eye out, kid”? The pieces that comprise A Christmas Story, previously published in the larger collections In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash and Wanda Hickey’s Night of Golden Memories, coalesce in a magical fashion to become an irresistible piece of Americana, quite the equal of the film in its ability to warm the heart and tickle the funny bone.
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307768732
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
A beloved, bestselling classic of humorous and nostalgic Americana—the book that inspired the equally classic Yuletide film and the live musical on Fox. The holiday film A Christmas Story, first released in 1983, has become a bona fide Christmas perennial, gaining in stature and fame with each succeeding year. Its affectionate, wacky, and wryly realistic portrayal of an American family’s typical Christmas joys and travails in small-town Depression-era Indiana has entered our imagination and our hearts with a force equal to It’s a Wonderful Life and Miracle on 34th Street. This edition of A Christmas Story gathers together in one hilarious volume the gems of autobiographical humor that Jean Shepherd drew upon to create this enduring film. Here is young Ralphie Parker’s shocking discovery that his decoder ring is really a device to promote Ovaltine; his mother and father’s pitched battle over the fate of a lascivious leg lamp; the unleashed and unnerving savagery of Ralphie’s duel in the show with the odious bullies Scut Farkas and Grover Dill; and, most crucially, Ralphie’s unstoppable campaign to get Santa—or anyone else—to give him a Red Ryder carbine action 200-shot range model air rifle. Who cares that the whole adult world is telling him, “You’ll shoot your eye out, kid”? The pieces that comprise A Christmas Story, previously published in the larger collections In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash and Wanda Hickey’s Night of Golden Memories, coalesce in a magical fashion to become an irresistible piece of Americana, quite the equal of the film in its ability to warm the heart and tickle the funny bone.
A Christmas Carol and Other Christmas Books
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199204748
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 657
Book Description
This Modern Library Paperback Classics edition includes the beloved "A Christmas Carol" and two other popular Christmas stories by Dickens, "The Chimes" and "The Haunted Man."
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199204748
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 657
Book Description
This Modern Library Paperback Classics edition includes the beloved "A Christmas Carol" and two other popular Christmas stories by Dickens, "The Chimes" and "The Haunted Man."
The Complete Christmas Books of Charles Dickens
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 1948
Book Description
The Complete Christmas Books of Charles Dickens brings together all of Dickens' classic Christmas stories, including A Christmas Carol, The Chimes, The Cricket on the Hearth, The Battle of Life, and The Haunted Man. Dickens' renowned mastery of characterization and social commentary are on full display in these heartwarming tales, which highlight the societal issues of the time while emphasizing themes of redemption, charity, and the spirit of Christmas. The book's prose is rich and descriptive, immersing the reader in the atmospheric setting of Victorian England, making it a captivating read for lovers of classic literature and holiday stories alike. Charles Dickens' Christmas Books are a celebrated part of the 19th-century literary canon, demonstrating the author's enduring popularity and influence on the holiday genre. Dickens' own personal experiences of poverty and hardship are reflected in his poignant portrayal of characters facing similar struggles, adding depth and authenticity to his storytelling. Readers seeking a timeless collection of heartwarming and thought-provoking tales that capture the essence of Christmas spirit will find The Complete Christmas Books of Charles Dickens a delightful and rewarding read.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 1948
Book Description
The Complete Christmas Books of Charles Dickens brings together all of Dickens' classic Christmas stories, including A Christmas Carol, The Chimes, The Cricket on the Hearth, The Battle of Life, and The Haunted Man. Dickens' renowned mastery of characterization and social commentary are on full display in these heartwarming tales, which highlight the societal issues of the time while emphasizing themes of redemption, charity, and the spirit of Christmas. The book's prose is rich and descriptive, immersing the reader in the atmospheric setting of Victorian England, making it a captivating read for lovers of classic literature and holiday stories alike. Charles Dickens' Christmas Books are a celebrated part of the 19th-century literary canon, demonstrating the author's enduring popularity and influence on the holiday genre. Dickens' own personal experiences of poverty and hardship are reflected in his poignant portrayal of characters facing similar struggles, adding depth and authenticity to his storytelling. Readers seeking a timeless collection of heartwarming and thought-provoking tales that capture the essence of Christmas spirit will find The Complete Christmas Books of Charles Dickens a delightful and rewarding read.
Christmas Stories
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Christmas stories
Languages : en
Pages : 508
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Christmas stories
Languages : en
Pages : 508
Book Description
A Christmas Carol in Prose
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
A Christmas Carol and Other Christmas Tales: (Barnes and Noble Collectible Editions: Omnibus Edition)
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781435170452
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781435170452
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Charles Dickens Collection
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781985233072
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 430
Book Description
A collection of the three best Charles Dickens novels: A Christmas Carol, A Tale of Two Cities, and Oliver Twist. Charles Dickens was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded by many as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime, and by the 20th century critics and scholars had recognised him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories enjoy lasting popularity. Born in Portsmouth, Dickens left school to work in a factory when his father was incarcerated in a debtors' prison. Despite his lack of formal education, he edited a weekly journal for 20 years, wrote 15 novels, five novellas, hundreds of short stories and non-fiction articles, lectured and performed readings extensively, was an indefatigable letter writer, and campaigned vigorously for children's rights, education, and other social reforms.
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781985233072
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 430
Book Description
A collection of the three best Charles Dickens novels: A Christmas Carol, A Tale of Two Cities, and Oliver Twist. Charles Dickens was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded by many as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime, and by the 20th century critics and scholars had recognised him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories enjoy lasting popularity. Born in Portsmouth, Dickens left school to work in a factory when his father was incarcerated in a debtors' prison. Despite his lack of formal education, he edited a weekly journal for 20 years, wrote 15 novels, five novellas, hundreds of short stories and non-fiction articles, lectured and performed readings extensively, was an indefatigable letter writer, and campaigned vigorously for children's rights, education, and other social reforms.
Christmas Books, and Reprinted Pieces
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 840
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 840
Book Description
A Christmas Carol (Classic Masterpieces)
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
ISBN: 9781481144797
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
In this classic and timeless Christmas story, the greedy and individualistic Ebenezer Scrooge prepares for another Christmas Eve without celebration. But this time around, Mr. Scrooge will get several ghostly warnings about his unpleasant and insatiably avaricious ways that will change his life, forever. Mr. Scrooge is first greeted by his dead business partner, Jacob Marley, who warns Mr. Scrooge that his greed will not go unpunished. Soon thereafter, Mr. Scrooge is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Christmas Yet to Come. These ghostly encounters will make Mr. Scrooge cringe as well as make him aware of his cruel nature. In the end, Mr. Scrooge learns a valuable lesson that will benefit others as much as it will benefit his own soul. Search for "lady valkyrie" in the books section of Amazon to see all of our latest titles and series of books.ladyvalkyrie.com for our latest offerings in both paper and electronic formats!
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
ISBN: 9781481144797
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
In this classic and timeless Christmas story, the greedy and individualistic Ebenezer Scrooge prepares for another Christmas Eve without celebration. But this time around, Mr. Scrooge will get several ghostly warnings about his unpleasant and insatiably avaricious ways that will change his life, forever. Mr. Scrooge is first greeted by his dead business partner, Jacob Marley, who warns Mr. Scrooge that his greed will not go unpunished. Soon thereafter, Mr. Scrooge is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Christmas Yet to Come. These ghostly encounters will make Mr. Scrooge cringe as well as make him aware of his cruel nature. In the end, Mr. Scrooge learns a valuable lesson that will benefit others as much as it will benefit his own soul. Search for "lady valkyrie" in the books section of Amazon to see all of our latest titles and series of books.ladyvalkyrie.com for our latest offerings in both paper and electronic formats!
A Christmas Carol
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781761531460
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781761531460
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description