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Christmas at Thompson Hall by Anthony Trollope Week 7
Christmas at Thompson Hall by Anthony Trollope: Witty Victorian Tales of Holiday Chaos and Charm  If your ideal Christmas read mixes crackling fires and festive cheer with a healthy dose of awkward encounters and sly humor, Christmas at Thompson Hall is a delightful hidden gem. Written by Victorian novelist Anthony Trollope, this short story—often included in collections of his holiday tales—offers a refreshing change from the sentimental tone of many 19th-century Christmas classics. Instead of angels and morality tales, Trollope gives us a delicious slice of human nature, complete with misunderstandings, social mishaps, and just enough heart to make...
The Birds' Christmas Carol by Kate Douglas Wiggin Week 6
The Birds' Christmas Carol by Kate Douglas Wiggin: A Bittersweet Yet Uplifting Victorian Christmas Tale If you’re searching for a Christmas story that blends heartfelt emotion with genuine holiday warmth, The Birds’ Christmas Carol is a hidden treasure. Written in 1887 by Kate Douglas Wiggin—best known for Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm—this short novella captures the spirit of giving in a way that is both tender and bittersweet. It’s a story that may bring a lump to your throat, yet leaves you wrapped in the soft glow of Christmas kindness. The tale centers on Carol Bird, a bright, imaginative little girl...
