[PDF] The Practical Dreamer And Other Stories To Tell At Christmas eBook

Author : Charles Dickens
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 3174 pages
File Size : 32,57 MB
Release : 2024-01-15
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN :

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Charles Dickens' collection of short stories, 'The Complete Short Stories', offers readers a glimpse into the vast literary landscape of one of the most renowned Victorian authors. The book not only showcases Dickens' mastery of storytelling and character development but also provides insight into the social issues of the time. From heartwarming Christmas tales to thought-provoking social sketches, this collection is a testament to Dickens' ability to capture the essence of humanity in various forms. The illustrated edition adds an extra layer of charm to these timeless stories, making them a delight to read and revisit. Charles Dickens, known for his iconic novels such as 'Great Expectations' and 'Oliver Twist', was a prolific writer who used his works to shed light on the societal injustices of his time. His keen observations and compassionate portrayals of characters have solidified his place in the literary canon. It is evident that his personal experiences and empathy towards the less fortunate shaped his storytelling, creating works that continue to resonate with readers today. I highly recommend 'The Complete Short Stories' to readers who appreciate classic literature and wish to delve deeper into Dickens' literary prowess. This collection is not only a treasure trove of beautifully crafted stories but also a testament to the enduring legacy of one of the greatest literary figures in history.

Author : Charles Dickens
Publisher : Modern Library
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 30,38 MB
Release : 2001-10-09
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0375758887

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An immediate bestseller when it was first published in December 1843, A Christmas Carol has endured ever since as a perennial Yuletide favorite. Charles Dickens's beloved tale about the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, who comes to know the meaning of kindness, charity, and goodwill through a haunting Christmas Eve encounter with four ghosts, is a heartwarming celebration of the spirit of Christmas. This Modern Library Paperback Classics edition also includes two other popular Christmas stories by Dickens: The Chimes,in which a man, persuaded by hypocritical cant that the poor deserve their misery, is shown what his pessimistic resignation might lead to in a vision conjured by the pealing of bells, and The Haunted Man, Dickens's last Christmas tale, which features one of his great comic families, the Tetterbys.

Author : Julie Hogan
Publisher :
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 17,65 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780824941796

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O Holy Night combines poetry, essays, scenic photographs, and paintings to depict the Holy Land at the time of Christ's birth. Here is a book that traces the coming of Jesus, from prophecy to fulfillment, while also presenting the Judean culture -- its customs, people, and landscape -- into which Jesus was born.

Author : Richard P. Olson
Publisher : Pilgrim Press
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 21,68 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Drama
ISBN : 9780829810783

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Dick Olson, author of the best-seller THE PRACTICAL DREAMER, returns with another book of wonder-filled Christmas stories, written as simple narrative dramas. Crafted over the years as part of the author's preparation for a special Advent worship service, these stories are designed for families, small groups, worship leaders, as well as individual readers. These touching dramas come out of Olson's fresh and insightful encounter with thenAdvent scriptures, as he finds some nuance, some point of departure that will bring the familiar story to life anew.

Author : Randy Pausch
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 36,29 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Cancer
ISBN : 9780340978504

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The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family.

Author : Laura Pashby
Publisher : Hardie Grant Publishing
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 36,64 MB
Release : 2021-10-14
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 1787137120

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Embrace the power of storytelling with Little Stories of Your Life. Start telling your own story, find your creative self and be more mindful. Combining the wellbeing benefits of mindfulness, creativity and daily photography, this book shows you how to use words and photographs to capture precious little moments and how to share these in order to connect with others. Each chapter explores the different ways you can tell your own stories, considers why you might choose to tell them and helps you to create a patchwork of tiny tales about your life, however small they might be. Throughout the book, Laura shares her own personal stories and research that shows you how to tune out of the bigger picture and focus on the everyday. There are exercises to gently guide you through how to journal and harness your inner creativity, as well as tips on improving your photography, photo challenges and writing prompts to get you started. It’s easy to feel that our own lives are not enough, but real lives are not defined by bright, exciting events: we don’t need a grand narrative arc. It’s the stretches of time in between that matter, the tiny moments and the daily choices that make us who we are.