The Penguin Book of Christmas Stories

From Hans Christian Andersen to Angela Carter

(Autor) Jessica Harrison
Formato: Paperback
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The perfect gift this Christmas season: a generous selection of some of the greatest festive stories of all time This is a collection of the most magical, moving, chilling and surprising Christmas stories from around the world, taking us from frozen Nordic woods to glittering Paris, a New York speakeasy to an English country house, bustling Lagos to midnight mass in Rio, and even outer space. Here are classic tales from writers including Truman Capote, Shirley Jackson, Dylan Thomas, Saki and Chekhov, as well as little-known treasures such as Italo Calvino's wry sideways look at Christmas consumerism, Wolfdietrich Schnurre's story of festive ingenuity in Berlin, Selma Lagerlof's enchanted forest in Sweden, and Irène Nemerovsky's dark family portrait. Featuring santas, ghosts, trolls, unexpected guests, curmudgeons and miracles, here is Christmas as imagined by some of the greatest short story writers of all time.

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Editorial:
Penguin Books Ltd
Formato:
Paperback
Número de páginas:
None
Idioma:
en
ISBN:
9780241396704
Año de publicación:
2020
Fecha publicación:
29 de Octubre de 2020

Jessica Harrison

Jessica Harrison is a renowned author known for her dark and haunting storytelling. Her most notable works include "The Silent Ones" and "All the Lonely People," which have garnered critical acclaim for their exploration of themes such as isolation, loss, and the human psyche. Harrison's writing style is characterized by its lyrical prose, intricate character development, and atmospheric settings. She has made significant contributions to the psychological thriller genre, pushing boundaries and challenging readers to delve into the depths of the human experience. "The Silent Ones" stands as her most famous work, captivating audiences with its gripping narrative and profound insights into the complexities of silence and secrets. Overall, Jessica Harrison's impact on literature is undeniable, as she continues to captivate readers with her thought-provoking storytelling and unique perspective on the human condition.

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