The Warmhearted Christmas Classics (ePub)
(Sprache: Englisch)
Selma Lagerlöf's 'The Warmhearted Christmas Classics' is a masterful anthology that weaves together the rich tapestries of Christmas literary heritage. Elegantly curated by Lagerlöf, this collection showcases a plethora of classic tales, including 'The...
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Selma Lagerlöf's 'The Warmhearted Christmas Classics' is a masterful anthology that weaves together the rich tapestries of Christmas literary heritage. Elegantly curated by Lagerlöf, this collection showcases a plethora of classic tales, including 'The First Christmas Of New England' by Harriet Beecher Stowe and the enchanting 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry. Each narrative, whether steeped in the whimsical charm of 'Peter Pan and Wendy' by J.M. Barrie or the earnest spirituality found in Leo Tolstoy's 'Where Love Is, God Is', preserves the essence of yuletide joy and the contemplation of human spirit. Lagerlöf's literary prowess and editorial acumen ensure that the anthology stands as a timeless compendium, integrating the diverse literary styles of the featured stories while illuminating their cultural and historical contexts.
Selma Lagerlöf, herself a Nobel laureate in literature, is no stranger to the profound power of storytelling. Drawing from the wellspring of her own rich Swedish literary tradition, Lagerlöf has contributed significantly to the genre with her own story 'The Holy Night'. The author's profound empathy and vivacious imagination have evidently guided her selection of stories, aiming to capture the universal warmth of the season. Her personal journey and the depth of her own narrative contributions offer insights into the qualities she valued in this carefully handpicked collection.
'The Warmhearted Christmas Classics' is recommended not merely as a holiday read but as a treasured keepsake that encapsulates the very notion of Christmas. Readers are invited to bask in its literary brilliance and partake in a global tradition of festive storytelling. From the poignancy of self-sacrifice to the delights of whimsy, Lagerlöf's anthology is a veritable feast for the soul, promising to enchant, inspire, and foster a deeper appreciation for the art of Christmas storytelling among aficionados of classic literature and new readers alike.
Selma Lagerlöf, herself a Nobel laureate in literature, is no stranger to the profound power of storytelling. Drawing from the wellspring of her own rich Swedish literary tradition, Lagerlöf has contributed significantly to the genre with her own story 'The Holy Night'. The author's profound empathy and vivacious imagination have evidently guided her selection of stories, aiming to capture the universal warmth of the season. Her personal journey and the depth of her own narrative contributions offer insights into the qualities she valued in this carefully handpicked collection.
'The Warmhearted Christmas Classics' is recommended not merely as a holiday read but as a treasured keepsake that encapsulates the very notion of Christmas. Readers are invited to bask in its literary brilliance and partake in a global tradition of festive storytelling. From the poignancy of self-sacrifice to the delights of whimsy, Lagerlöf's anthology is a veritable feast for the soul, promising to enchant, inspire, and foster a deeper appreciation for the art of Christmas storytelling among aficionados of classic literature and new readers alike.
Autoren-Porträt von Selma Lagerlöf, Sophie May, Louisa May Alcott, Walter Scott, Anthony Trollope, Rudyard Kipling, Beatrix Potter, Emily Dickinson, Lucas Malet, O. Henry, Alice Hale Burnett, Charles Dickens, Walter Crane, Amy Ella Blanchard, Amanda M. Douglas, Ernest Ingersoll, L. Frank Baum, J. M. Barrie, Eleanor H. Porter, Annie F. Johnston, Jacob A. Riis, E. T. A. Hoffmann, Mark Twain, Hans Christian Andersen, William Butler Yeats, Henry van Dyke, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Leo Tolstoy, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Alfred Lord Tennyson, Juliana Horatia Ewing, Brothers Grimm, Clement Moore, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Susan Anne Livingston, Ridley Sedgwick, Robert Louis Stevenson, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, George Macdonald, William Wordsworth, Carolyn Wells
Selma Lagerlöf (1858-1940) remains a luminary in Swedish literature, revered for her contribution to children's literature as well as her deft storytelling that weaves together folklore, realism, and lyrical prose. Born in Mårbacka, Sweden, Lagerlöf was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1909, an accolade bestowed upon her for the lofty idealism, vivid imagination, and spiritual perception that her writings embody. Her substantial oeuvre teems with works that are rich in ethical and social commentary, framed within the landscapes of her native Värmland. A hallmark of her work is the book 'Gösta Berling's Saga' (1891), which paints an expansive tableau of Swedish life and garnered her considerable acclaim. Lagerlöf's 'The Wonderful Adventures of Nils' (1906-07) is another crowning achievement, not only for its engaging narrative that captivates children but also for its educational value in teaching Swedish geography. 'The Warmhearted Christmas Classics' exemplifies Lagerlöf's mastery in capturing the essence of the human spirit and the enchantment of the holiday aura. Throughout her career, Lagerlöf remained committed to her literary pursuits, eschewing marriage to live with her lifelong companion, Sophie Elkan. Her legacy endures through her astute psychological narratives and pioneering character as a female writer in an era dominated by men.
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- Autoren: Selma Lagerlöf , Sophie May , Louisa May Alcott , Walter Scott , Anthony Trollope , Rudyard Kipling , Beatrix Potter , Emily Dickinson , Lucas Malet , O. Henry , Alice Hale Burnett , Charles Dickens , Walter Crane , Amy Ella Blanchard , Amanda M. Douglas , Ernest Ingersoll , L. Frank Baum , J. M. Barrie , Eleanor H. Porter , Annie F. Johnston , Jacob A. Riis , E. T. A. Hoffmann , Mark Twain , Hans Christian Andersen , William Butler Yeats , Henry van Dyke , Lucy Maud Montgomery , Leo Tolstoy , Fyodor Dostoevsky , Alfred Lord Tennyson , Juliana Horatia Ewing , Brothers Grimm , Clement Moore , Harriet Beecher Stowe , Susan Anne Livingston , Ridley Sedgwick , Robert Louis Stevenson , Henry Wadsworth Longfellow , George Macdonald , William Wordsworth , Carolyn Wells
- Altersempfehlung: Ab 1 Jahr
- 2022, 8099 Seiten, Englisch
- Verlag: DigiCat
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- ISBN-13: 8596547391234
- Erscheinungsdatum: 10.12.2022
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