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Believe in Love & Joy : The Collection of the Greatest Christmas Novels, Stories, Carols & Legends (Illustrated)

In the compelling anthology 'Believe in Love & Joy,' readers are invited into a literary sanctuary where the ephemeral themes of love and joy are explored through a kaleidoscope of genres and styles. This collection presents a rich tapestry of narratives, poetry, and prose that traverse the boundaries of time and culture, providing a nuanced exploration of the human experience. From timeless tales and poems to poignant musings, the anthology features a diversity of standout compositions that capture the essence of affection and happiness without committing to singular names, instead focusing on the collective brilliance that marks the anthology's significance. The impressive lineup of contributing authors includes literary giants such as Selma Lagerlöf, Charles Dickens, and William Shakespeare, to the whimsical charm of Beatrix Potter and Hans Christian Andersen. These figures represent a convergence of historical, cultural, and literary movements, capturing the spirit of their respective eras while collectively enhancing the thematic exploration of love and joy. By harmonizing voices from different backgrounds and epochs, the anthology reveals the timelessness and universality of its core themes, each contribution a testament to a potent literary tradition enriched by diverse cultural lenses. For scholars, students, and general enthusiasts of literature, 'Believe in Love & Joy' offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in a grand dialogue of perspectives that cleverly fuses different styles and narratives. This anthology not only provides educational insights into varied literary movements but also invites readers to savor the richness of emotional depth across the spectrum of its stories and poems. By engaging with this collection, readers will find themselves delighting in the myriad ways love and joy can be reimagined, contributing to a broader understanding of these quintessential human experiences.


Authors:

  • Selma Lagerlöf
  • Charles Dickens
  • Mark Twain
  • Harriet Beecher Stowe
  • Martin Luther
  • Robert Louis Stevenson
  • William Shakespeare
  • Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
  • William Wordsworth
  • Carolyn Wells
  • Sophie May
  • Louisa May Alcott
  • Henry Van Dyke
  • Walter Scott
  • Anthony Trollope
  • Rudyard Kipling
  • Beatrix Potter
  • Emily Dickinson
  • Lucas Malet
  • Thomas Nelson Page
  • O. Henry
  • Maud Lindsay
  • Alice Hale Burnett
  • Walter Crane
  • Amy Ella Blanchard
  • Amanda M. Douglas
  • Booker T. Washington
  • Ernest Ingersoll
  • L. Frank Baum
  • J. M. Barrie
  • Eleanor H. Porter
  • Annie F. Johnston
  • Jacob A. Riis
  • Florence L. Barclay
  • E. T. A. A Hoffmann
  • Marjorie L. C. C Pickthall
  • Hans Christian Andersen
  • William Butler Yeats
  • Lucy Maud Montgomery
  • Leo Tolstoy
  • Fyodor Dostoevsky
  • Alfred Lord Tennyson
  • George Macdonald
  • A. S. Boyd
  • Juliana Horatia Ewing
  • Brothers Grimm
  • Clement Moore
  • Susan Anne Livingston
  • Ridley Sedgwick
  • Lucy Wheelock
  • Aunt Hede
  • Frederick E. Dewhurst

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  • E-book

Duration:

  • 8362 pages

Language:

English

Categories:

  • Essays and reportage
  • Anthologies
  • Classics and poetry
  • Classics

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