Christmas Short Works Collection 2007
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Gelesen von 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.
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| Adventures of the Blue Carbuncle | 50:09 | Gelesen von Ralph Snelson | |
| Christmas at Sea | 4:19 | Gelesen von Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| Christmas Fairy of Strasburg | 8:54 | Gelesen von Lucy Burgoyne (1950-2014) | |
| Christmas Present | 11:24 | Gelesen von Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| A Christmas Star | 8:30 | Gelesen von Esther | |
| Christmas Storms and Sunshine | 34:06 | Gelesen von Lucy Burgoyne (1950-2014) | |
| Christmas Trees | 4:10 | Gelesen von Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| A Conscience Pudding | 33:27 | Gelesen von Cori Samuel | |
| A Cornish Christmas Play | 5:46 | Gelesen von LibriVox Volunteers | |
| The Gift of the Magi | 13:50 | Gelesen von Patti Brugman | |
| God Bless Us Every One | 1:47 | Gelesen von Jan MacGillivray | |
| Hang Up the Baby’s Stocking | 1:53 | Gelesen von Jan MacGillivray | |
| Hoodoo McFiggin's Christmas | 6:22 | Gelesen von Doug Stalnaker | |
| Karma | 1:11 | Gelesen von Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| Little Match Girl | 7:01 | Gelesen von Don Good | |
| Little Tree | 1:34 | Gelesen von Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| The Magi | 0:59 | Gelesen von Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| Mr. Bluffs' Experiences of Holidays | 16:01 | Gelesen von Nathalie J. | |
| Mrs. Santa Claus | 5:59 | Gelesen von Kara Shallenberg (1969-2023) | |
| The Night After Christmas | 3:59 | Gelesen von Jan MacGillivray | |
| An Old-Time Christmas | 10:14 | Gelesen von Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| The Philanthropist's Christmas | 20:42 | Gelesen von Nathalie J. | |
| The Queerest Christmas Grace | 18:19 | Gelesen von Nathalie J. | |
| A Rhyme for Christmas | 2:43 | Gelesen von Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) | |
| The Story of Christmas | 7:03 | Gelesen von Esther | |
| A Story that Never Ends | 14:23 | Gelesen von Tofor | |
| To An Old Fogey | 2:28 | Gelesen von Cori Samuel | |
| Twas the Night Before Christmas (A Visit From St. Nicholas) | 3:51 | Gelesen von JemmaBlythe | |
| Vera's First Christmas Adventure | 25:19 | Gelesen von Andy Minter (1934-2017) | |
| Twas the Night Before Christmas (A Visit From St. Nicholas) | 4:06 | Gelesen von Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010) |
Bewertungen
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.