Author: George Manville Fenn
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 9361159208
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
George Manville Fenn "Christmas Penny Readings: Original Sketches for the Season" is a stunning collection of vacation memories that replicate the spirit of Christmas in Victorian England. Fenn's compilation, published in the 19th century, invites readers to take part in the practice of "penny readings," which made affordable literary entertainment available to a massive target audience over the holiday season. The memories in this book take area in opposition to the backdrop of a Victorian Christmas, giving readers a perception into the customs, occasions, and sentiments of the time. Fenn's narrative capabilities convey to lifestyles an extensive variety of characters and settings, each including to the overall joyous atmosphere. From blissful circle of relatives moments to sudden twists, the memories cowl a huge spectrum of feelings and thoughts. "Christmas Penny Readings" is extra than only a vacation birthday party; it also displays Victorian England's society values and traditions. Fenn's narrative is prominent via an aggregate of emotion, wit, and a profound know-how of human nature. The book's specific illustrations depict a mosaic of Christmas activities, making it a timeless addition to the literary records of holiday storytelling.
Christmas Penny Readings Original Sketches for the Season
Author: George Manville Fenn
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 9361159208
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
George Manville Fenn "Christmas Penny Readings: Original Sketches for the Season" is a stunning collection of vacation memories that replicate the spirit of Christmas in Victorian England. Fenn's compilation, published in the 19th century, invites readers to take part in the practice of "penny readings," which made affordable literary entertainment available to a massive target audience over the holiday season. The memories in this book take area in opposition to the backdrop of a Victorian Christmas, giving readers a perception into the customs, occasions, and sentiments of the time. Fenn's narrative capabilities convey to lifestyles an extensive variety of characters and settings, each including to the overall joyous atmosphere. From blissful circle of relatives moments to sudden twists, the memories cowl a huge spectrum of feelings and thoughts. "Christmas Penny Readings" is extra than only a vacation birthday party; it also displays Victorian England's society values and traditions. Fenn's narrative is prominent via an aggregate of emotion, wit, and a profound know-how of human nature. The book's specific illustrations depict a mosaic of Christmas activities, making it a timeless addition to the literary records of holiday storytelling.
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 9361159208
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
George Manville Fenn "Christmas Penny Readings: Original Sketches for the Season" is a stunning collection of vacation memories that replicate the spirit of Christmas in Victorian England. Fenn's compilation, published in the 19th century, invites readers to take part in the practice of "penny readings," which made affordable literary entertainment available to a massive target audience over the holiday season. The memories in this book take area in opposition to the backdrop of a Victorian Christmas, giving readers a perception into the customs, occasions, and sentiments of the time. Fenn's narrative capabilities convey to lifestyles an extensive variety of characters and settings, each including to the overall joyous atmosphere. From blissful circle of relatives moments to sudden twists, the memories cowl a huge spectrum of feelings and thoughts. "Christmas Penny Readings" is extra than only a vacation birthday party; it also displays Victorian England's society values and traditions. Fenn's narrative is prominent via an aggregate of emotion, wit, and a profound know-how of human nature. The book's specific illustrations depict a mosaic of Christmas activities, making it a timeless addition to the literary records of holiday storytelling.
Penny readings in prose and verse, selected and ed. by J.E. Carpenter
Penny's Christmas Jar Miracle
Author: Jason F. Wright
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781606411674
Category : Children's literature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Readers across the country have been touched and forever changed by the "New York Times"-bestselling book "Christmas Jars." Now, children can feel the spirit of the Christmas Jar in this full-color illustrated children's picture book. Full color.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781606411674
Category : Children's literature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Readers across the country have been touched and forever changed by the "New York Times"-bestselling book "Christmas Jars." Now, children can feel the spirit of the Christmas Jar in this full-color illustrated children's picture book. Full color.
The Wish Book Christmas
Author: Lynn Austin
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1496452542
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
From the bestselling author of If I Were You comes a nostalgic and endearing holiday story that reminds us that sometimes the most meaningful gifts are the ones we least expect and dont deserve. Best friends Audrey Barrett and Eve Dawson are looking forward to celebrating Christmas in postwar America, thrilled at the prospect of starting new traditions with their five-year-old sons. But when the 1951 Sears Christmas Wish Book arrives and the boys start obsessing over every toy in it, Audrey and Eve realize they must first teach them the true significance of the holiday. They begin by helping Bobby and Harry plan gifts of encouragement and service for those in their community, starting by walking an elderly neighbors yellow Labsince a dog topped the boys wish list for Santa. In the charming tale that follows, Audrey and Eve are surprised to find their own hearts healing from the tragedies of war and opening to the possibility of forgiveness and new love.
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1496452542
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
From the bestselling author of If I Were You comes a nostalgic and endearing holiday story that reminds us that sometimes the most meaningful gifts are the ones we least expect and dont deserve. Best friends Audrey Barrett and Eve Dawson are looking forward to celebrating Christmas in postwar America, thrilled at the prospect of starting new traditions with their five-year-old sons. But when the 1951 Sears Christmas Wish Book arrives and the boys start obsessing over every toy in it, Audrey and Eve realize they must first teach them the true significance of the holiday. They begin by helping Bobby and Harry plan gifts of encouragement and service for those in their community, starting by walking an elderly neighbors yellow Labsince a dog topped the boys wish list for Santa. In the charming tale that follows, Audrey and Eve are surprised to find their own hearts healing from the tragedies of war and opening to the possibility of forgiveness and new love.
The Penny Whistle Christmas Party Book
Author: Meredith Brokaw
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780671747978
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Presents instructions on how to plan parties to celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, and the New Year.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780671747978
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Presents instructions on how to plan parties to celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, and the New Year.
The Secret Fairy Christmas
Author: Penny Dann
Publisher: Franklin Watts
ISBN: 9781843628330
Category : Christmas
Languages : en
Pages : 12
Book Description
Join in the festive fun with the Secret Fairies
Publisher: Franklin Watts
ISBN: 9781843628330
Category : Christmas
Languages : en
Pages : 12
Book Description
Join in the festive fun with the Secret Fairies
Author:
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3385458188
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 510
Book Description
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3385458188
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 510
Book Description
Charles Dickens and His Performing Selves
Author: Malcolm Andrews
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199236208
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 346
Book Description
Charles Dickens's public readings have not had the attention they deserve; and yet Dickens put as much effort into perfecting his performances as he did with his novels. These performances were sensational events and won Dickens thousands of new admirers. This book tells that story and brings the events alive, with more detail than ever before.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199236208
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 346
Book Description
Charles Dickens's public readings have not had the attention they deserve; and yet Dickens put as much effort into perfecting his performances as he did with his novels. These performances were sensational events and won Dickens thousands of new admirers. This book tells that story and brings the events alive, with more detail than ever before.
The Boy's Own Paper
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Children's literature
Languages : en
Pages : 978
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Children's literature
Languages : en
Pages : 978
Book Description
A Supplement to Allibone's Critical Dictionary of English Literature and British and American Authors
Author: John Foster Kirk
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 776
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 776
Book Description