A Little Book for Christmas

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A Little Book for Christmas

by Cyrus Townsend Brady

EN·~2 hours·17 chapters

Chapters

17 total

Containing a Greeting, a Word of Advice, Some Personal Adventures, a Carol, a Meditation, and Three Christmas Stories for All Ages

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By - Cyrus Townsend Brady - Author of “And Thus He Came, A Christmas Fantasy,” “Christmas When the West Was Young,” etc., etc.

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With Illustrations and Decorations by - Will Crawford

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G.P. Putnam’s Sons - New York and London - The Knickerbocker Press - 1917

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DEDICATED - TO - MRS. LEONARD L. HILL - AND HER CHARMING COMPANIONS - OF - THE AMERICAN CRITERION SOCIETY - OF NEW YORK - BY - THEIR CHAPLAIN

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PREFACE

2:07

NOTE OF ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

0:54

ILLUSTRATIONS

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A CHRISTMAS GREETING

7:41

FROM A FAR COUNTRY

36:12

Description

Ever wondered what Christmas feels like through the eyes of a lifelong pastor who has trekked from bustling parishes to remote Western frontiers? This compact volume offers that perspective, opening with a heartfelt greeting that frames the season as a timeless invitation to peace and generosity. The author’s gentle reflections weave together theology, personal memory, and a call to share goodwill beyond any single holiday.

Inside you’ll find a practical word of advice on true giving, a short meditation that invites quiet contemplation, and three distinct stories tailored for different ages—a tender tale for girls, a bold adventure for boys, and a more seasoned narrative for adults. A lovingly set carol and vivid sketches by a close friend add musical and visual charm, while a brief travel sketch recounts a Christmas spent in the snowy West.

The result is a warm, approachable listening experience that celebrates the spirit of Christmas while reminding us that its blessings belong to every season. Listeners of all ages will be drawn into a gentle, uplifting celebration of hope and community.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (127K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Gene Smethers and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Release date

2005-03-12

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Cyrus Townsend Brady

Cyrus Townsend Brady

1861–1920

An Episcopal priest with a flair for action and history, he wrote prolifically about war, adventure, and the American past. His books blend storytelling with a journalist’s eye for drama and detail.

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