The Spirit Of Christmas (1905)

The Spirit of Christmas is a heartwarming and inspiring collection of stories and essays written by Henry Van Dyke, a renowned American author, poet, and educator. Originally published in 1905, this book has become a classic Christmas read, cherished by generations of readers.The book is divided into two parts. The first part features six short stories that capture the true essence of Christmas through heartwarming tales of love, kindness, and generosity. From a poor shoemaker who receives an unexpected gift from an angel to a young boy who learns the joy of giving, these stories are sure to warm your heart and fill you with the spirit of the season.The second part of the book includes a series of essays that explore the deeper meaning of Christmas. Van Dyke reflects on the significance of the holiday and encourages readers to embrace the spirit of love and goodwill that it represents. He also shares his thoughts on the importance of faith, hope, and charity, and encourages readers to live their lives with these values in mind.Overall, The Spirit of Christmas is a timeless and uplifting book that celebrates the true meaning of the holiday season. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to be reminded of the power of love, kindness, and generosity, and who wants to be inspired to live a life filled with these values.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.