Down the Chimney: 100+ Most Treasured Christmas Novels & Stories in One Volume (Illustrated)
Books | Fiction / Holidays
Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson
Selma Lagerlöf
Charles Dickens
Mark Twain
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Max Brand
George MacDonald
Sophie May
Louisa May Alcott
Alphonse Daudet
William John Locke
Guy de Maupassant
Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer
Benito Pérez Galdós
Armando Palacio Valdés
Susan Anne Livingston Ridley Sedgwick
Anthony Trollope
Marcel Prévost
Beatrix Potter
Mary Hartwell Catherwood
Bret Harte
Lucas Malet
Thomas Nelson Page
O. Henry
Saki
François Coppée
Maud Lindsay
Alice Hale Burnett
Walter Crane
André Theuriet
Amy Ella Blanchard
Isabel Cecilia Williams
Amanda M. Douglas
Edgar Wallace
Booker T. Washington
Olive Thorne Miller
Vernon Lee
Anne Hollingsworth Wharton
Kate Upson Clark
Ernest Ingersoll
Willis Boyd Allen
F. L. Stealey
L. Frank Baum
J. M. Barrie
Eleanor H. Porter
Annie F. Johnston
Jacob A. Riis
Elbridge S. Brooks
Edward A. Rand
Florence L. Barclay
E. T. A. Hoffmann
Harrison S. Morris
Robert E. Howard
Marjorie L. C. Pickthall
Hans Christian Andersen
Henry van Dyke
Lucy Maud Montgomery
Anton Chekhov
Leo Tolstoy
Fyodor Dostoevsky
Madame d'Aulnoy
A. S. Boyd
Juliana Horatia Ewing
Brothers Grimm
Nora A. Smith
Phebe A. Curtiss
Nellie C. King
Lucy Wheelock
Frederick E. Dewhurst
Jay T. Stocking
Anna Robinson
Florence M. Kingsley
M. A. L. Lane
Elizabeth Harkison
F. E. Mann
Winifred M. Kirkland
Katherine Pyle
Grace Margaret Gallaher
Elia W. Peattie
F. Arnstein
James Weber Linn
Antonio Maré
Jules Simon
Marion Clifford
E. E. Hale
Georg Schuster
Matilda Betham Edwards
Angelo J. Lewis
Raymond McAlden
Pedro A. de Alarcón
Maxime du Camp
Down the Chimney: 100+ Most Treasured Christmas Novels & Stories in One Volume (Illustrated) offers readers an enchanting journey through the diverse landscapes of Christmas tales. This anthology seamlessly unites timeless classics, enchanting folklore, and heartwarming tales across a myriad of genres and styles, from the deeply romantic to the keenly satirical. Its breadth is beyond comparison, capturing the magical essence of Christmas through narratives that evoke the spirit of giving, reflection, and togetherness. Without singling out any author, the anthology shines with tales that define the richness of the season, each a luminary in its own right within the illustrious company of narratives. The collection represents a tapestry of literary greatness, with contributions from iconic authors such as Dickens, Twain, Lagerl√∂f, Alcott, and many more. These authors, hailing from varied cultural backgrounds and literary movements, join forces to enrich the reader'Äôs comprehension of the Christmas spirit. From the realism of Russian literature to the whimsical folklore of the Brothers Grimm, and the moral allegories of Tolstoy, the anthology offers a nuanced exploration of themes such as hope and redemption. Each writer, a master in their own domain, presents a facet of Christmas that resonates universally and eternally. For those seeking to explore the multiplicity of Christmas narratives, Down the Chimney is an indispensable companion. Readers are invited to immerse themselves in this expertly edited collection that brings together a symphony of voices and styles, each contributing a unique insight into one of the world's most celebrated holidays. With rich illustrations and a diversity of tales, this anthology not only educates and entertains but also fosters a deeper dialogue between the woven stories from varied authors and time periods. This volume serves as a testament to the enduring power and universal allure of Christmas storytelling.
