Christmas Stories Rediscovered

Short Stories from The Century Magazine, 1891-1905

Barbara Quarton (Edited by), Frank R. Stockton (Author), Sarah Orne Jewett (Author)

This collection of delightful Christmas stories from the pages of “The Century Illustrated Magazine” includes the works of such notable nineteenth-century authors as Sarah Orne Jewett, Jacob Riis, Frank R. Stockton, and Ruth McEnery Stuart, among many others. Editor Barbara Quarton’s introductory comments provide valuable context for each story, heightening the experience for readers unfamiliar with the circumstances of daily life in turn-of-the-century America. Curl up in front of a fire—and prepare to be charmed by Pop Baker, Cousin Fanny, Wulfy, and the snow babies. “Christmas Stories Rediscovered” is a wonderful holiday read!

Posted on Tuesday, December 4th, 2012 at 5:00 am.

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