With the publication of
A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens almost single-handedly created the genre of the "Christmas story." And while that beloved classic remains among the best known in the field, Dickens also wrote a number of other delightful tales associated with Yuletide.
This volume features three of the best. Combining realism with fantasy, and with kindness and affection for the poor a dominant theme, they include the title story, a charming tale of a pleasant and simple home life; "The Holly-Tree," a lighthearted story of love reclaimed in a quiet country inn; and "The Haunted House," an entertaining account of a belligerent ghost's effect on the lives of those with whom he shares a home.
Written with Dickens's familiar flair for characterization, comic incident, and the picturesque, these stories will delight readers with their unusual charms and nostalgic re-creation of Victorian Christmases past.
Reprint of a standard edition.
Availability | Usually ships in 24 to 48 hours |
ISBN 10 | 048628039X |
ISBN 13 | 9780486280394 |
Author/Editor | Charles Dickens |
Format | Book |
Grade level | 6 and Up (ages 11 and up) |
Page Count | 128 |
Dimensions | 5 x 8 |