Download or read book Xmas Stories for the Tasteful Atheist written by Phoebe Athey and published by Dog Ear Publishing. This book was released on 2018-10-26 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I was a Methodist Atheist but was told agnostics were castrati and did not want to be accused of that. However, I find being an atheist or a member of any of the other large-ish but inferior religions or belief systems does not excuse one from Christmas gift credit card debt in January. Christianity originated with an humble infant but has evolved into a lengthy season inspiring untrammeled greed in children.

Download or read book Xmas Thrillers The Greatest Holiday Mysteries in One Volume written by Charles Dickens and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-02 with total page 1177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Xmas Thrillers: The Greatest Holiday Mysteries in One Volume', the spirit of Christmas takes a thrilling twist as it weaves through the corridors of mystery and suspense. This anthology is a masterful collection that spans a wide range of literary styles, from the classic Victorian gothic to the cunning puzzles of the golden age of detective fiction. Highlighting remarkable diversity within its pages, it amalgamates the works of some of the most influential authors in the genre. The anthology stands out not only for the significance of its individual pieces but also for its coherent exploration of the darker, more enigmatic aspects of the festive season, offering readers a unique blend of yuletide cheer and chilling intrigue. The contributing authors and editors bring to the collection a rich tapestry of backgrounds, ranging from the venerable maestros of the Victorian era to the pioneering spirits of the early twentieth century. Each author's contribution is a testament to the vibrancy and complexity of the time periods and cultural movements they represent, collectively painting a multifaceted portrayal of Christmas. The fusion of historical, cultural, and literary insights provided by these varied voices offers a profound exploration of the holiday's complexities, presenting a multifarious perspective that enriches the reader's understanding of the anthologys central theme. 'Xmas Thrillers: The Greatest Holiday Mysteries in One Volume' is an indispensable read for those looking to immerse themselves in the depth and breadth of Christmas-themed literary artistry. It invites readers to explore a multitude of perspectives, styles, and themes, all while engaging in a dialogue with some of the most iconic figures in literature. For the enthusiast of mysteries and the lover of holiday stories alike, this collection offers a unique educational value, promising insights and entertainment that cut across the conventional boundaries of the genre. This anthology is not just a book; it's an experience, perfect for anyone eager to explore the intricate interplay between joy, mystery, and the enduring spirit of Christmas.

Download or read book Three Xmas Gifts and Other Tales written by A. D. Bright and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Night Before Christmas and Other Popular Stories For Children written by AQEEL AHMED and published by AQEEL AHMED. This book was released on 2022-11-07 with total page 47 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE EVENING BEFORE CHRISTMAS. Taws The evening before Christmas, and every one via your home, Not an animal was mixing, not also a mouse . The stockings were hung by the smokes haft with treatment, In the hope that St. Nicholas soon would definitely exist. The children were snuggled all snug in their beds, While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads. And mamma in her kerchief, also as I in my cap, Had just settled our minds for a lengthy winter season's nap. When out on the yard there developed such a clatter, I sprang from the bed to ascertain what was the difficulty . Away to the window I flew sort of a flash, Tore open the shutters also as regurgitated the sash. The moon the bust of the new-fallen snow Gave the radiance of noontime to things below. When what to my wondering eyes must appear. But a mini sleigh also as 8 small reindeer. With a touch old motorist so dynamic also as fast,. I understood during a moment it must be St. Nick. Extra quick than eagles his coursers they came,. As well as he whistled also as screamed also as called them by name. " Currently, Dasher! Now, Professional dancer! Now, Prancer! Currently, Vixen! On, Comet! On, Cupid! On, Dander and Blixen! To the highest of the deck, to the highest of the wall surface! Now, dash away! Rush away! Rush away! All!".

Download or read book The Xmas Files written by Stephen Law and published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson. This book was released on 2011-12-15 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A philosophical but fun look at the meanings of Christmas myths and rituals, from carving the turkey to why Santa wears red. Picture the scene: Aunt Gertrude has just given you the most appalling Christmas tie, complete with snow-flecked kittens in a bowler hat. Do you smile, nod, and confine it to the bottom drawer? Or do you tell the truth and spare yourself future ties from hell? Kant would say that we must, at all costs, tell the truth - whilst Mill would insist that we should think of the consequences. THE XMAS FILES is a philosophical meander though the myths and rituals of Christmas today, asking such important questions as does Santa exist? What's wrong with Christmas kitsch? Is it all just a commercial racket? What was Augustine's attitude to 'peace on earth'? And what would David Hume have to say about the virgin birth? For underneath all the festive fun, the way we celebrate Christmas does raise serious questions about the beliefs that sustain us, and the ways in which we still value ritual and tradition as a means of coming together.

Download or read book American Christmas Stories written by Connie Willis and published by Library of America. This book was released on 2021-10-26 with total page 467 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ** A New York Times New and Noteworthy Book ** Library of America and Connie Willis present 150 years of diverse, ingenious, and uniquely American Christmas stories Christmas took on its modern cast in America, and over the last 150 years the most magical time of the year has inspired scores of astonishingly diverse and ingenious stories. Library of America joins with acclaimed author Connie Willis to present a unparalleled collection of American stories about Christmas, literary gems that showcase how the holiday became one of the signature aspects of our culture. Spanning from the origins of the American tradition of holiday storytelling in the wake of the Civil War to today, this is the biggest and best anthology of American Christmas stories ever assembled. From ghost stories to the genres of crime, science fiction, fantasy, westerns, humor, and horror, stories of Christmas morning, gifts, wise men, nativities, family, commercialism, and dinners from New York to Texas to outer space, this anthology reveals the evolution of Christmas in America--as well as the surprising ways in which it has remained the same.

Download or read book The X Mas War written by Scott Malensek and published by Virtualbookworm Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 716 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The undeniable history of mankind clearly shows us that human conflict has far from passed. In places like Kuwait, Rwanda, Bosnia and Kosovo, the 20th Century ended brutally. Given the trends of modern conflict, the economic separation of peoples, the rise in religious affiliated terrorism, and the social hatreds that remain between races, tomorrow's wars can only be more violent than those of the past. The X-MAS War is really an anthology of four books: Black Rain For Christmas, The Secret War In South Asia, Sixth Fleet Under, and The Sugar-Sweet Smell of Fear. All four have overlapping storylines. They're tales are all told through the use of news reports, traditional narratives, diary entries, and letters home. Each book is a complete story by itself, but together they give a brand new perspective to the unique aspects of 21st Century warfare!

Download or read book The Greatest Christmas Stories Poems Illustrated Edition written by Louisa May Alcott and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2017-10-16 with total page 2602 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Contents: Christmas Tales A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The First Christmas of New England (Harriet Beecher Stowe) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) Little Gretchen and the Wooden Shoe (Elizabeth Harrison) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) A Kidnapped Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum) The Christmas Angel (Abbie Farwell Brown) Toinette and the Elves (Susan Coolidge) Christmas at Thompson Hall (Anthony Trollope) The Mistletoe Bough (Anthony Trollope) The Fir Tree (Hans Christian Andersen) The Little Match Girl (Hans Christian Andersen) The Steadfast Tin Soldier (Hans Christian Andersen) The Snow Queen (Hans Christian Andersen) A Little Book of Christmas (John Kendrick Bangs) Christmas Every Day (William Dean Howells) Jimmy Scarecrow's Christmas (Mary E. Wilkins Freeman) Little Girl's Christmas (Winnifred E. Lincoln) The Elves and the Shoemaker (Brothers Grimm) Where Love Is, God Is (Leo Tolstoy)… The Heavenly Christmas Tree (Fyodor Dostoevsky) A Visit From Saint Nicholas (Clement Moore) Happy Hearts (June Isle) The Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe (Amanda M. Douglas) The Chimes (Charles Dickens) Doctor Marigold's Prescriptions (Charles Dickens)…. Poems & Carols Silent Night King Winter The Night After Christmas The Three Kings (Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) Christmas Bells (Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) Christmas At Sea (Robert Louis Stevenson) The Twelve Days of Christmas Minstrels (William Wordsworth) Ring Out, Wild Bells (Alfred Lord Tennyson) Christmas In India (Rudyard Kipling) The Magi (William Butler Yeats) The Mahogany Tree (William Makepeace Thackeray) Hymn On The Morning Of Christ's Nativity (John Milton) A Christmas Carol (Samuel Taylor Coleridge) The Oxen (Thomas Hardy) The Savior Must Have Been A Docile Gentleman …

Download or read book Christmas Favourite stories Stories Jokes Colouring book written by Aunty Paula and published by SHUBHAM. This book was released on 2015-12-25 with total page 57 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Merry Xmas! Your kid will love this adorable Christmas book with a lot of interesting tales and santa jokes. This is an important book for small childrens to get them know about santa and introduce them to the main stream of christmas! Also included: Christmas Jokes & Christmas Coloring Book! These stories are nice for quick bedtime stories for kids and best tales to be read aloud with friends and family! Excellent for early and intermediate readers Great for reading aloud with friends and family Christmas stories and adventures about Christmas Funny Christmas jokes for kids FREE Christmas coloring book downloads included Story List: The true story of santa claus The star of Bethlehem The Little Match Girl The Selfish Gaint Cook Christmas Eve The child who wants it all A perfect christmas Christmas in the forest Christmas spiders The helper of santa Claus A christmas gift An incredible journey Birth of Jesus This book contains CHRISTMAS STORIES + JOKES + COLOURING BOOK Merry Christmas to all !! Tags: Christmas, Christmas books, christmas stories, kids christmas stories, christmas stories for kids, childrens christmas stories, christmas stories for children, Christmas stories, short stories for kids, short stories, stories for kids, Christmas jokes, kids christmas stories, childrens christmas stories, kids christmas books, childrens christmas books, books for kids, santa claus, reindeer, santa, thanksgiving turkey, bedtime stories, kids books, ebooks, books for kids, jokes, kids, hilarious, children, kid, kids books, childrens books, childrens book, kids book about christmas, elementary, kids book, books for kids, childrens book, book, thankful, kindle book, kindle ebook, comedy, humor, early reader, beginning reader, kids comedy, bedtime stories, free ebooks, ebooks free, stories for kids, preschool, ages 3-5, ages 6-8, ages 9-12, preteen, beginning readers, beginner reading, kids stories, children stories

Download or read book A Treasury of African American Christmas Stories written by Bettye Collier-Thomas and published by Beacon Press. This book was released on 2018-10-09 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Esquire “Best Christmas Book to Read During the Holidays” A collection of Christmas stories written by African-American journalists, activists, and writers from the late 19th century to the modern civil rights movement. Back in print for the first time in over a decade, this landmark collection features writings from well-known black writers, activists, and visionaries such as Pauline Hopkins, Langston Hughes, and John Henrik Clarke along with literary gems from rediscovered writers. Originally published in African American newspapers, periodicals, and journals between 1880 and 1953, these enchanting Christmas tales are part of the black literary tradition that flourished after the Civil War. Edited and assembled by esteemed historian Dr. Bettye Collier-Thomas, the short stories and poems in this collection reflect the Christmas experiences of everyday African Americans and explore familial and romantic love, faith, and more serious topics such as racism, violence, poverty, and racial identity. Featuring the best stories and poems from previous editions along with new material including “The Sermon in the Cradle” by W. E. B. Du Bois, A Treasury of African American Christmas Stories celebrates a rich storytelling tradition and will be cherished by readers for years to come.

Download or read book The Penguin Book of Christmas Stories written by Jessica Harrison and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2019-10-03 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The perfect gift this Christmas season: a generous selection of some of the greatest festive stories of all time This is a collection of the most magical, moving, chilling and surprising Christmas stories from around the world, taking us from frozen Nordic woods to glittering Paris, a New York speakeasy to an English country house, bustling Lagos to midnight mass in Rio, and even outer space. Here are classic tales from writers including Truman Capote, Shirley Jackson, Dylan Thomas, Saki and Chekhov, as well as little-known treasures such as Italo Calvino's wry sideways look at Christmas consumerism, Wolfdietrich Schnurre's story of festive ingenuity in Berlin, Selma Lagerlof's enchanted forest in Sweden, and Irène Nemerovsky's dark family portrait. Featuring santas, ghosts, trolls, unexpected guests, curmudgeons and miracles, here is Christmas as imagined by some of the greatest short story writers of all time.

Download or read book The Greatest Christmas Stories Poems in One Volume Illustrated written by Louisa May Alcott and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2015-12-02 with total page 4415 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This carefully crafted ebook: "The Greatest Christmas Stories & Poems in One Volume (Illustrated)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The First Christmas Of New England (Harriet Beecher Stowe) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) Christmas At Sea (Robert Louis Stevenson) Little Gretchen and the Wooden Shoe (Elizabeth Harrison) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Where Love Is, God Is (Leo Tolstoy) The Christmas Angel (Abbie Farwell Brown) The Tale of Peter Rabbit (Beatrix Potter) Toinette and the Elves (Susan Coolidge) A Kidnapped Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum) The Heavenly Christmas Tree (Fyodor Dostoevsky) Christmas at Thompson Hall (Anthony Trollope) The Princess and the Goblin (George MacDonald) Thurlow's Christmas Story (John Kendrick Bangs) Christmas Every Day (William Dean Howells) Jimmy Scarecrow's Christmas (Mary Freeman) Little Girl's Christmas (Winnifred Lincoln) The Lost Word (Henry van Dyke) Brothers Grimm: The Elves and the Shoemaker Mother Holle The Star Talers Snow-White Hans Christian Andersen: The Fir Tree The Little Match Girl The Steadfast Tin Soldier The Snow Queen The Three Kings (Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) Angels from the Realms of Glory (James Montgomery) Christmas in the Olden Time (Walter Scott) Christmas In India (Rudyard Kipling) Old Santa Claus (Clement Clarke Moore) The Twelve Days of Christmas Silent Night Minstrels (William Wordsworth) Ring Out, Wild Bells (Alfred Lord Tennyson) Hymn On The Morning Of Christ's Nativity (John Milton) A Christmas Carol (Samuel Taylor Coleridge) The Oxen (Thomas Hardy) A Christmas Ghost Story (Thomas Hardy) The Savior Must Have Been A Docile Gentleman (Emily Dickinson) 'Twas just this time, last year, I died (Emily Dickinson) The Magi (William Butler Yeats) The Mahogany Tree (William Makepeace Thackeray) Christmas Carol (Sara Teasdale) ...

Download or read book Fright Xmas written by Alan-Bertaneisson Jones and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2010-08 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book X is for Xmas A Christmas Mystery MEGAPACK written by Ron Goulart and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2015-09-03 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas is a time for giving, for receiving. . . and for murder. We've collected ten Christmas stories, old and new, that will spike your eggnog, trim your tree, and hopefully add a dash of spice to your Christmas cheer. Included are: "A Christmas Pit," by John Gregory Betancourt "A Reversible Santa Claus," by Meredith Nicholson "A Stake of Holly," by Lillian Stewart Carl "Believing in Santa," by Ron Goulart "Death Will Trim Your Tree," by Liz Zelvin "Ho Ho Homicide," by Sue Ann Jaffarian "Mr. Wray's Cash Box," by Wilkie Collins "Murder on Santa Claus Lane," by William G. Bogart 2 tales by Johnston McCulley: "Thubway Tham's Chrithtmath" and "Death Play Santa Claus." If you enjoy this ebook, don't forget to search your favorite ebook store for "Wildside Press Megapack" to see more of the 250+ volumes in this series, covering adventure, historical fiction, mysteries, westerns, ghost stories, science fiction -- and much, much more!

Download or read book Anniversaries and Holidays written by Bernard Trawicky and published by American Library Association. This book was released on 2009-04-16 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Completely revised and updated, with more than 3,000 listings honoring a variety of cultural traditions, this authoritative, painstakingly researched compendium is one of the most-used references in libraries and schools nationwide.

Download or read book The Complete Works of Katherine Mansfield Short Stories Poetry Letters Diary Essays written by Katherine Mansfield and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-13 with total page 2668 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Works of Katherine Mansfield is a collection of the renowned author's finest works, including her iconic short stories, poetry, letters, diary entries, and essays. Known for her modernist style and exploration of human emotions, Mansfield's writing reflects the complexities of early 20th-century literature. Her vivid storytelling and vibrant characters showcase her keen eye for detail and psychological depth, making this collection a must-read for literature enthusiasts. Mansfield's use of stream-of-consciousness and subtle symbolism adds layers of meaning to her work, inviting readers to delve into the inner thoughts and feelings of her characters. The inclusion of her personal diary and letters provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of this prolific writer. A groundbreaking figure in literary history, Mansfield's works continue to resonate with readers today, offering a timeless exploration of the human experience and the power of storytelling.