Horror and the supernatural don't take holiday vacations... Take a holiday trip with E. Reyes to the dark side of the most wonderful time of the year. While you're there visit... A hot holiday toy that brings terror to a department store. A man caught in a blizzard as he searches for help for a dying friend. A girl who wakes up to surprise visitors on Día de los Muertos. A man who recounts a sick and twisted Thanksgiving. A boy who becomes intrigued by a mysterious house and the girl who resides there during fall break. A family man who struggles with a dilemma that may cost him his soul. "A beautifully written collection... a unique and creative delight... I devoured it and loved it!"-Julie Hiner, author of Final Track "A great collection of thrilling and shocking tales that will get your heart pounding!"-Eric Woods, author of Pummeled "A great range of short tales for anyone looking for a quick, mysterious read."-M.E. Aster, author of Three Halves of a Whole "Captures the melancholy, dark side of the holidays."-Elford Alley, author of Ash and Bone

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Holiday Tales: Christmas in the Adirondacks" by W. H. H. Murray. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

Two of W.H.H. “Adirondack” Murray’s legendary stories are paired in this charming reproduction of a book originally printed in 1897. Holiday Tales was hailed by critics of the era as America’s Christmas Carol. This classic collection of Adirondackia features beautiful woodblock illustrations and an inscription by Murray from 1898. Holiday Tales makes for the perfect cozy Christmastime read, alone or aloud, surrounded by loved ones gathered around a hearth. More than a century since its original publication, Murray’s timeless lessons and humble spirit still ring true today.

In 'The Christmas Holiday Cheer: 180+ Novels, Tales & Poems in One Volume (Illustrated Edition),' readers are invited to explore the rich tapestry of holiday-themed literature through an impressive compilation that spans various genres, literary movements, and historical periods. The anthology seamlessly weaves together the voices of some of the most revered authors in Western literature, presenting a collection that is as diverse in style as it is unified in theme. From the nostalgic recollections of Selma Lagerlöf and Louisa May Alcott to the poignant observations of Charles Dickens and Leo Tolstoy, this volume stands as a testament to the multifaceted nature of Christmas storytelling. Key pieces delve into themes of love, generosity, spiritual reflection, and social critique, offering a panoramic view of the holiday seasons influence on literary creativity. The contributing authors and editors of this anthology bring a wealth of cultural, historical, and literary backgrounds, enriching the collection with their unique perspectives and narratives. Their works reflect not only the individual literary heritages of countries such as England, America, Russia, and Scandinavia but also belong to broader literary movements, including Romanticism, Realism, and the Victorian era, among others. This diverse assembly of texts invites readers to traverse the globe and centuries, providing insight into the universal and enduring appeal of Christmas as a source of inspiration for storytellers. The anthology serves as a gateway to understanding the complex ways in which Christmas has been celebrated, contemplated, and reimagined through literature. 'The Christmas Holiday Cheer: 180+ Novels, Tales & Poems in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)' is an indispensable collection for anyone interested in the literary articulations of the Christmas spirit. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with the works of literary giants across time and space, all the while exploring the universally beloved theme of Christmas. This anthology is not merely a compilation of holiday stories; it is a journey through the evolving landscape of Christmas literature, making it an educational treasure trove for students of literature, history, and culture. Readers are encouraged to delve into this voluminous collection, which promises not only a festive holiday read but also a profound exploration of the human condition during the season of giving.

This unique collection of "THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY CHEER: 180+ Novels, Tales & Poems in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)" has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards. Contents: A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) A Christmas Inspiration (Lucy Maud Montgomery) The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The First Christmas Of New England (Harriet Beecher Stowe) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) Christmas At Sea (Robert Louis Stevenson) The Little City of Hope (F. Marion Crawford) Christmas in the Olden Time (Walter Scott) Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum) The Twelve Days of Christmas Silent Night Ring Out, Wild Bells (Alfred Lord Tennyson) Christmas with Grandma Elsie (Martha Finley) Little Lord Fauntleroy (Frances Hodgson Burnett) Anne of Green Gables (Lucy Maud Montgomery) Little Women (Louisa May Alcott) The Christmas Angel (Abbie Farwell Brown) Black Beauty (Anna Sewell) Christmas In India (Rudyard Kipling) The Christmas Child (Hesba Stretton) Granny's Wonderful Chair (Frances Browne) The Romance of a Christmas Card (Kate Douglas Wiggin) Wind in the Willows (Kenneth Grahame) The Birds' Christmas Carol (Kate Douglas Wiggin) The Wonderful Life - Story of the life and death of our Lord (Hesba Stretton) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) Little Gretchen and the Wooden Shoe (Elizabeth Harrison) Where Love Is, God Is (Leo Tolstoy) Peter Pan and Wendy (J. M. Barrie) The Wonderful Wizard of OZ (L. Frank Baum) The Christmas Angel (Abbie Farwell Brown) The Tale of Peter Rabbit (Beatrix Potter) Toinette and the Elves (Susan Coolidge) The Heavenly Christmas Tree (Fyodor Dostoevsky) At the Back of the North Wind (George MacDonald) Christmas at Thompson Hall (Anthony Trollope) Thurlow's Christmas Story (John Kendrick Bangs) Christmas Every Day (William Dean Howells) The Lost Word (Henry van Dyke) The Nutcracker and the Mouse King (E. T. A. Hoffmann)...

This carefully crafted ebook: “CHARLES DICKENS – The Complete Short Stories: 190+ Christmas Tales, Social Sketches, Tales for Children & Other Stories (Illustrated)” is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Christmas Novellas A Christmas Carol The Chimes The Cricket on the Hearth The Battle of Life The Haunted Man Short Story Collections Sketches by Boz Sketches of Young Gentlemen Sketches of Young Couples Master Humphrey' Clock Reprinted Pieces The Mudfog Papers Pearl-Fishing (First Series) Pearl-Fishing (Second Series) Christmas Stories Other Stories Children's Books Child's Dream of a Star Holiday Romance Stories About Children Every Child Can Read Criticism Appreciations and Criticisms of the Works of Charles Dickens The Limitations of Dickens by Henry James The Puzzle of Dickens's Last Plot by Andrew Lang David Copperfield by Virginia Woolf Biographies Charles Dickens by G. K. Chesterton The Life of Charles Dickens by John Forster Dickens' London by M. F. Mansfield Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime, and by the twentieth century critics and scholars had recognized him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories enjoy lasting popularity.