Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher: Everyman's Library
ISBN: 0679436391
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
A gorgeous hardcover edition of the timeless holiday classic, featuring stunning full-color illustrations by Arthur Rackham, with a gilt-stamped cloth cover, acid-free paper, sewn bindings, and a silk ribbon marker. No holiday season is complete without Charles Dickens's dramatic and heartwarming story of the transformation of miserly Ebenezer Scrooge through the efforts of the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Set on a cold Christmas Eve in Victorian London, and featuring Scrooge's long-suffering and mild-mannered clerk, Bob Cratchit; Bob’s kindhearted son, Tiny Tim; and a host of colorful characters, A Christmas Carol was an instant hit and has been beloved ever since by generations of readers of all ages.
A Christmas Carol
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher: Everyman's Library
ISBN: 0679436391
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
A gorgeous hardcover edition of the timeless holiday classic, featuring stunning full-color illustrations by Arthur Rackham, with a gilt-stamped cloth cover, acid-free paper, sewn bindings, and a silk ribbon marker. No holiday season is complete without Charles Dickens's dramatic and heartwarming story of the transformation of miserly Ebenezer Scrooge through the efforts of the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Set on a cold Christmas Eve in Victorian London, and featuring Scrooge's long-suffering and mild-mannered clerk, Bob Cratchit; Bob’s kindhearted son, Tiny Tim; and a host of colorful characters, A Christmas Carol was an instant hit and has been beloved ever since by generations of readers of all ages.
Publisher: Everyman's Library
ISBN: 0679436391
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
A gorgeous hardcover edition of the timeless holiday classic, featuring stunning full-color illustrations by Arthur Rackham, with a gilt-stamped cloth cover, acid-free paper, sewn bindings, and a silk ribbon marker. No holiday season is complete without Charles Dickens's dramatic and heartwarming story of the transformation of miserly Ebenezer Scrooge through the efforts of the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Set on a cold Christmas Eve in Victorian London, and featuring Scrooge's long-suffering and mild-mannered clerk, Bob Cratchit; Bob’s kindhearted son, Tiny Tim; and a host of colorful characters, A Christmas Carol was an instant hit and has been beloved ever since by generations of readers of all ages.
The Birds
Author: Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Brothers and sisters
Languages : en
Pages : 90
Book Description
This classic Christmas story by the author of Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm features a child as memorable and charitable as Dickens
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Brothers and sisters
Languages : en
Pages : 90
Book Description
This classic Christmas story by the author of Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm features a child as memorable and charitable as Dickens
Mr. Dickens and His Carol
Author: Samantha Silva
Publisher: Flatiron Books
ISBN: 1250154030
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 285
Book Description
"CHARMING...I READ IT IN A COUPLE OF EBULLIENT, CHRISTMASSY GULPS." —Anthony Doerr, #1 New York Times bestselling author of All The Light We Cannot See "GRACED BY THE GHOSTLY PRESENCE OF MR. DICKENS HIMSELF...PROMISES TO PUT YOU IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT." —USA Today A beloved, irresistible novel that reimagines the story behind Charles Dickens' Christmas classic Charles Dickens is not feeling the Christmas spirit. His newest book is an utter flop, the critics have turned against him, relatives near and far hound him for money. While his wife plans a lavish holiday party for their ever-expanding family and circle of friends, Dickens has visions of the poor house. But when his publishers try to blackmail him into writing a Christmas book to save them all from financial ruin, he refuses. And a serious bout of writer’s block sets in. Frazzled and filled with self-doubt, Dickens seeks solace in his great palace of thinking, the city of London itself. On one of his long night walks, in a once-beloved square, he meets the mysterious Eleanor Lovejoy, who might be just the muse he needs. As Dickens’ deadlines close in, Eleanor propels him on a Scrooge-like journey that tests everything he believes about generosity, friendship, ambition, and love. The story he writes will change Christmas forever.
Publisher: Flatiron Books
ISBN: 1250154030
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 285
Book Description
"CHARMING...I READ IT IN A COUPLE OF EBULLIENT, CHRISTMASSY GULPS." —Anthony Doerr, #1 New York Times bestselling author of All The Light We Cannot See "GRACED BY THE GHOSTLY PRESENCE OF MR. DICKENS HIMSELF...PROMISES TO PUT YOU IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT." —USA Today A beloved, irresistible novel that reimagines the story behind Charles Dickens' Christmas classic Charles Dickens is not feeling the Christmas spirit. His newest book is an utter flop, the critics have turned against him, relatives near and far hound him for money. While his wife plans a lavish holiday party for their ever-expanding family and circle of friends, Dickens has visions of the poor house. But when his publishers try to blackmail him into writing a Christmas book to save them all from financial ruin, he refuses. And a serious bout of writer’s block sets in. Frazzled and filled with self-doubt, Dickens seeks solace in his great palace of thinking, the city of London itself. On one of his long night walks, in a once-beloved square, he meets the mysterious Eleanor Lovejoy, who might be just the muse he needs. As Dickens’ deadlines close in, Eleanor propels him on a Scrooge-like journey that tests everything he believes about generosity, friendship, ambition, and love. The story he writes will change Christmas forever.
Christian Minimalism
Author: Becca Ehrlich
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 1640653899
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
"Ehrlich’s insightful self-help guide will resonate with Christians wishing to streamline an overstuffed life."—Publishers Weekly Logically, we all know our purpose in life is not wrapped up in accumulating possessions, wealth, power, and prestige—Jesus is very clear about that—but society tells us otherwise. Christian Minimalism attempts to cut through our assumptions and society’s lies about what life should look like and invites readers into a life that Jesus calls us to live: one lived intentionally, free of physical, spiritual, and emotional clutter. Written by a woman who simplified her own life and practices these principles daily, this book gives readers a fresh perspective on how to live out God’s grace for us in new and exciting ways and live out our faith in a way that is deeply satisfying.
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 1640653899
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
"Ehrlich’s insightful self-help guide will resonate with Christians wishing to streamline an overstuffed life."—Publishers Weekly Logically, we all know our purpose in life is not wrapped up in accumulating possessions, wealth, power, and prestige—Jesus is very clear about that—but society tells us otherwise. Christian Minimalism attempts to cut through our assumptions and society’s lies about what life should look like and invites readers into a life that Jesus calls us to live: one lived intentionally, free of physical, spiritual, and emotional clutter. Written by a woman who simplified her own life and practices these principles daily, this book gives readers a fresh perspective on how to live out God’s grace for us in new and exciting ways and live out our faith in a way that is deeply satisfying.
A Christmas Carol Christmas Book
Author:
Publisher: Little Brown
ISBN: 9780316414463
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
This book describes the recipies, games and carols to create a celebration of Christmas from Dicken's own time, illustrated with photographs from the television program, and illustrations from Dicken's time frame.
Publisher: Little Brown
ISBN: 9780316414463
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
This book describes the recipies, games and carols to create a celebration of Christmas from Dicken's own time, illustrated with photographs from the television program, and illustrations from Dicken's time frame.
A Midnight Carol
Author: Patricia K. Davis
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
ISBN: 1466883618
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
A novel based on the true story of the struggle Charles Dickens faced during the winter of 1843 while writing his now-classic holiday tale, A Christmas Carol 1843, London. Though the approaching Christmas looks bleak at the home of the Dickens family, Charles and his pregnant wife Catherine try to maintain a good cheer for their four young children. Debts are mounting, food is scarce, and Charles' books—according to his miserly publisher—are no longer selling. Then Charles has an idea, which comes to him in the ghostly form of Oliver Cromwell, the long-dead, spirit-crushing, Lord Protector of England. A Christmas Carol will be Dickens' most brilliant work yet, both for its mass appeal and underlying political message. But many sinister forces oppose the success of this literary gem; and it is only through faith, kindness and the innate goodness of mankind that A Christmas Carol will become a timeless classic—and that the young writer Charles Dickens will truly save Christmas for all of England... Find the true story in A Midnight Carol by Patricia K. Davis, sure to become a brand new Christmas classic.
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
ISBN: 1466883618
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
A novel based on the true story of the struggle Charles Dickens faced during the winter of 1843 while writing his now-classic holiday tale, A Christmas Carol 1843, London. Though the approaching Christmas looks bleak at the home of the Dickens family, Charles and his pregnant wife Catherine try to maintain a good cheer for their four young children. Debts are mounting, food is scarce, and Charles' books—according to his miserly publisher—are no longer selling. Then Charles has an idea, which comes to him in the ghostly form of Oliver Cromwell, the long-dead, spirit-crushing, Lord Protector of England. A Christmas Carol will be Dickens' most brilliant work yet, both for its mass appeal and underlying political message. But many sinister forces oppose the success of this literary gem; and it is only through faith, kindness and the innate goodness of mankind that A Christmas Carol will become a timeless classic—and that the young writer Charles Dickens will truly save Christmas for all of England... Find the true story in A Midnight Carol by Patricia K. Davis, sure to become a brand new Christmas classic.
Coral Holiday
Author: Jan Moran
Publisher: Sunny Palms Press
ISBN: 1647780403
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
A heartwarming holiday beach special. Marina Moore’s new Coral Cafe is a Summer Beach favorite of locals and visitors alike. When her sister Kai throws her energy into helping create a Summer Beach performing arts theater, the entire family gets involved. Soon they are in a race to open by the holiday season. As former investigative journalist Jack Ventana struggles to adapt to life as a single father in a small beach town, his relationship with Marina suffers. Will this winter bring them together or force them apart? Join Marina and Kai as they involve the entire Summer Beach community in fundraising and casting a new holiday show to celebrate the joy of Christmas and winter holidays. From USA Today bestselling author Jan Moran, Coral Holiday is the third novel in the Summer Beach: Coral Cottage series.
Publisher: Sunny Palms Press
ISBN: 1647780403
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
A heartwarming holiday beach special. Marina Moore’s new Coral Cafe is a Summer Beach favorite of locals and visitors alike. When her sister Kai throws her energy into helping create a Summer Beach performing arts theater, the entire family gets involved. Soon they are in a race to open by the holiday season. As former investigative journalist Jack Ventana struggles to adapt to life as a single father in a small beach town, his relationship with Marina suffers. Will this winter bring them together or force them apart? Join Marina and Kai as they involve the entire Summer Beach community in fundraising and casting a new holiday show to celebrate the joy of Christmas and winter holidays. From USA Today bestselling author Jan Moran, Coral Holiday is the third novel in the Summer Beach: Coral Cottage series.
Inventing Scrooge
Author: Carlo DeVito
Publisher: Cider Mill Press
ISBN: 1604337796
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Inventing Scrooge uncovers the real-life inspirations from Charles Dickens' own world that led to the fascinating creation of his most beloved tale: A Christmas Carol. When Charles Dickens created the story that would become A Christmas Carol, little did he know that his ghostly little book would reinvent the way we celebrate Christmas. From a graveyard in Edinburgh to the Marshalsea Prison in London to his schoolboy years in Chatham and even his lifelong fascination with dance, so much of Dickens' past and present are woven into the characters and themes of A Christmas Carol. And by understanding the story behind the story, readers will come to embrace the holiday classic all the more. To this day, we look to the Christmas season as a time of warmth and celebration among family, friends, and strangers alike. And every year at Christmastime, not only do our lives get better for all the festivity, but we get better, as people. Just like Ebenezer Scrooge.
Publisher: Cider Mill Press
ISBN: 1604337796
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Inventing Scrooge uncovers the real-life inspirations from Charles Dickens' own world that led to the fascinating creation of his most beloved tale: A Christmas Carol. When Charles Dickens created the story that would become A Christmas Carol, little did he know that his ghostly little book would reinvent the way we celebrate Christmas. From a graveyard in Edinburgh to the Marshalsea Prison in London to his schoolboy years in Chatham and even his lifelong fascination with dance, so much of Dickens' past and present are woven into the characters and themes of A Christmas Carol. And by understanding the story behind the story, readers will come to embrace the holiday classic all the more. To this day, we look to the Christmas season as a time of warmth and celebration among family, friends, and strangers alike. And every year at Christmastime, not only do our lives get better for all the festivity, but we get better, as people. Just like Ebenezer Scrooge.
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.
A Christmas Carol for Teens (Annotated Including Complete Book, Character Summaries, and Study Guide)
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781948481083
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
In the Charles Dickens classic A Christmas Carol, the reclusive curmudgeon, Ebenezer Scrooge is visited on Christmas Eve by four spirits who force him to examine his selfish ways. When Scrooge awakens on Christmas morning, he is a new man, flinging open the windows of spiritual transformation and given to an entirely new outlook on life.A Christmas Carol Book and Bible Study Guide For Teensincludes the entire book of this Dickens classic as well as Bible study discussion questions designed specifically for teenagers at the end of each chapter, Scripture references, and related commentary.Detailed character sketches and an easy-to-read book summary provide deep insights into each character while examining the book's themes of greed, isolation, guilt, blame, compassion, generosity, transformation, forgiveness, and finally redemption. To assist leaders, a complete Answer Guide is available for free online.This complete Bible study experience is perfect for youth groups, homeschool and Christian schools as well as independent study.A Christmas Carol Book and Study Guide for Teens includes:Five sessions of weekly studyComplete character sketches and summaries to go deeperBible study questions that are ideal for teenagersAnswer Guide for all questions and Scripture Reference Guide available for free onlineAvailable in print or e-book formatsThis Christmas, allow the transformational story of Ebenezer Scrooge to transform the teenagers in your life while inspiring change in the lives of those around you. There's no better tool for making that happen than with A Christmas Carol Book and Study Guide for Teens!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781948481083
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
In the Charles Dickens classic A Christmas Carol, the reclusive curmudgeon, Ebenezer Scrooge is visited on Christmas Eve by four spirits who force him to examine his selfish ways. When Scrooge awakens on Christmas morning, he is a new man, flinging open the windows of spiritual transformation and given to an entirely new outlook on life.A Christmas Carol Book and Bible Study Guide For Teensincludes the entire book of this Dickens classic as well as Bible study discussion questions designed specifically for teenagers at the end of each chapter, Scripture references, and related commentary.Detailed character sketches and an easy-to-read book summary provide deep insights into each character while examining the book's themes of greed, isolation, guilt, blame, compassion, generosity, transformation, forgiveness, and finally redemption. To assist leaders, a complete Answer Guide is available for free online.This complete Bible study experience is perfect for youth groups, homeschool and Christian schools as well as independent study.A Christmas Carol Book and Study Guide for Teens includes:Five sessions of weekly studyComplete character sketches and summaries to go deeperBible study questions that are ideal for teenagersAnswer Guide for all questions and Scripture Reference Guide available for free onlineAvailable in print or e-book formatsThis Christmas, allow the transformational story of Ebenezer Scrooge to transform the teenagers in your life while inspiring change in the lives of those around you. There's no better tool for making that happen than with A Christmas Carol Book and Study Guide for Teens!