The First Christmas Tree Other Christmas Tales Of Henry Van Dyke

e-artnow presents the Henry van Dyke Christmas collection with the beautiful stories this great author dedicated to this most beloved holiday season. _x000D_ Content:_x000D_ The Story of the Other Wise Man_x000D_ The First Christmas Tree_x000D_ The Lost Word:_x000D_ The Poverty of Hermas_x000D_ A Christmas Loss_x000D_ Parting, but No Farewell_x000D_ Love in Search of a Word_x000D_ Riches Without Rest_x000D_ Great Fear and Recovered Joy_x000D_ The Spirit of Christmas:_x000D_ A Dream Story – The Christmas Angel_x000D_ A Little Essay – Christmas Giving and Christmas Living_x000D_ A Short Christmas Sermon – Keeping Christmas_x000D_ Two Christmas Prayers:_x000D_ A Christmas Prayer for the Home_x000D_ A Christmas Prayer for Lonely Folks_x000D_ The Mansion

In 'The First Christmas Tree & Other Christmas Tales of Henry van Dyke', the reader is transported to a world of enchanting Christmas stories, each filled with themes of love, compassion, and the true spirit of the season. Van Dyke's writing style is both poetic and heartwarming, capturing the essence of Christmas in each tale. Set in a literary context of early 20th century America, these stories provide a glimpse into the cultural and social norms of the time, as well as timeless moral lessons that still resonate today. The collection includes not only 'The First Christmas Tree', a beloved story that explores the origins of the Christmas tree tradition, but also other lesser-known gems that showcase Van Dyke's talent for storytelling. Henry van Dyke, a prominent writer and clergyman, drew inspiration from his own experiences and beliefs to craft these timeless tales. His deep understanding of human nature and his faith shine through in each story, making them resonate with readers of all ages. 'The First Christmas Tree & Other Christmas Tales of Henry van Dyke' is a must-read for anyone looking to experience the magic and wonder of Christmas through beautifully written stories that touch the heart.

Winfried and Gregor convert the followers of Thor, the tree god, to Christianity after they attempt to prevent a human sacrifice.

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The First Christmas Tree: A Story of the Forest Henry Van Dyke

This elegant little hardcover gift book features two unabridged holiday tales written by a 19th-century American clergyman. These classic seasonal fables abound in the Yuletide traditions of generosity and friendship — perfect sentiments for a gift book!

Classic Christmas stories including "The First Christmas Tree, "The Christmas Angel", "The Spirit of Christmas," by Henry VanDyke, the author of "The Story of the Other Wiseman."

A Christmas book by American author, educator, and clergyman Henry Van Dyke, including two short stories, two essays, and two prayers for the season. 1. The Spirit of Christmas by Henry van Dyke is a beautiful story of the angel that foretells the birth of Christ to the other angels. Also, a short Christmas sermon of how to keep Christmas in your heart all the year. Two prayers at the end. Charming, beautifully written and recommended to all. This book is full oft thoughtful collection of sermons, reflections, prayers, dreams. 2. In this volume of Christmas stories and prayers, we read of courage, generosity, and the triumph of light over darkness from The First Christmas Tree, a magical tale of the Thunder Oak and the false god Thor, to the lyrical story of The Christmas Angel in the Country Beyond the Stars. Destined to become a Christmas classic for the whole family, The First Christmas Tree and Other Stories will inspire us all, in the words of Henry Van Dyke, "to live Christmas not just Christmas day."