
IN THE YULE-LOG GLOW
IN FOUR BOOKS - Book IV.
ILLUSTRATIONS, BOOK IV.
CONTENTS OF BOOK IV.
Sung Under The Window.
The Worship Of The Babe.
The Wassail-Bowl.
Santa Claus.
The Season's Reveries.
A warm tapestry of holiday verse unfolds, drawing listeners from bustling city streets to distant mountain villages. The anthology gathers timeless carols, bright wassail songs, and reverent hymns, each echoing the simple wonder of a season lit by candlelight and shared laughter. From the lilting “God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen” to an exuberant French Noël, the collection captures the universal pulse of Christmas in a handful of melodic snapshots.
Interwoven among the familiar chants are charming curiosities—a playful dialogue with “Who’s There?” and a whimsical portrait of Santa’s workshop that feels both nostalgic and fresh. The poems travel from the frosty hills of Scotland to sun‑kissed celebrations in India and Cuba, reminding listeners that the holiday’s spirit knows no borders. Their rhythm and rhyme invite an intimate, sing‑along feel, perfect for a cozy fire or a quiet evening stroll.
Every piece glimmers with the glow of a yule‑log, offering gentle comfort and a whisper of hope. Listeners will find themselves humming along, their hearts stitched together by verses that celebrate birth, generosity, and the promise of a new year. This musical journey feels like an old friend’s invitation to gather, share a cup of wassail, and cherish the timeless magic of the season.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (149K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Jason Isbell, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2007-04-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1856–1948
A poet, editor, and arts administrator, he helped shape Philadelphia’s cultural life while also writing books and essays of his own. His career moved easily between literature, publishing, and the visual arts, giving his work an unusually wide perspective.
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