Christmas Short Works Collection 2007
Various
Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Celebrate the spirit of the season with the Christmas Short Works Collection, a delightful anthology of public domain stories, essays, poems, and scripture passages. Curated by LibriVox volunteers, this collection brings together a variety of voices and perspectives, each contributing to the rich tapestry of Christmas literature.
Among the featured works is A Cornish Christmas Play, a traditional mummers' play performed by members of the UK LibriVox chapter, showcasing the festive customs of the season. This collection not only highlights the joy and warmth of Christmas but also reflects on its deeper meanings through diverse literary forms.
Whether you seek inspiration, reflection, or simply a cozy listen during the holidays, this collection offers a unique blend of narratives that capture the essence of Christmas across cultures and traditions.
Chapters
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| Adventures of the Blue Carbuncle | 50:09 | Read by Ralph Snelson | |
| Christmas at Sea | 4:19 | Read by Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| Christmas Fairy of Strasburg | 8:54 | Read by Lucy Burgoyne (1950-2014) | |
| Christmas Present | 11:24 | Read by Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| A Christmas Star | 8:30 | Read by Esther | |
| Christmas Storms and Sunshine | 34:06 | Read by Lucy Burgoyne (1950-2014) | |
| Christmas Trees | 4:10 | Read by Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| A Conscience Pudding | 33:27 | Read by Cori Samuel | |
| A Cornish Christmas Play | 5:46 | Read by LibriVox Volunteers | |
| The Gift of the Magi | 13:50 | Read by Patti Brugman | |
| God Bless Us Every One | 1:47 | Read by Jan MacGillivray | |
| Hang Up the Baby’s Stocking | 1:53 | Read by Jan MacGillivray | |
| Hoodoo McFiggin's Christmas | 6:22 | Read by Doug Stalnaker | |
| Karma | 1:11 | Read by Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| Little Match Girl | 7:01 | Read by Don Good | |
| Little Tree | 1:34 | Read by Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| The Magi | 0:59 | Read by Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| Mr. Bluffs' Experiences of Holidays | 16:01 | Read by Nathalie J. | |
| Mrs. Santa Claus | 5:59 | Read by Kara Shallenberg (1969-2023) | |
| The Night After Christmas | 3:59 | Read by Jan MacGillivray | |
| An Old-Time Christmas | 10:14 | Read by Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| The Philanthropist's Christmas | 20:42 | Read by Nathalie J. | |
| The Queerest Christmas Grace | 18:19 | Read by Nathalie J. | |
| A Rhyme for Christmas | 2:43 | Read by Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| The Story of Christmas | 7:03 | Read by Esther | |
| A Story that Never Ends | 14:23 | Read by Tofor | |
| To An Old Fogey | 2:28 | Read by Cori Samuel | |
| Twas the Night Before Christmas (A Visit From St. Nicholas) | 3:51 | Read by JemmaBlythe | |
| Vera's First Christmas Adventure | 25:19 | Read by Andy Minter (1934-2017) | |
| Twas the Night Before Christmas (A Visit From St. Nicholas) | 4:06 | Read by Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) |
Reviews
Enjoyable
Janelle
There was a good variety of stories in this volume, although I never fail to be surprised by the Victorian appreciation for tragic Christmas stories. I didn't listen to every story as I've previously read some of them.