Book details
The Keeping of Christmas at Bracebridge Hall
Description
Excerpt from The Keeping of Christmas at Bracebridge Hall On leaving school at the age of sixteen he did not, as two of his brothers had done, go to college, but went into the office of an advocate, with whom he remained for about five years. He does not, however, seem to have had any great liking for the law. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Age
12-15
Text complexity
proficient
Length
328 pages
Why to read
- Historical Insight: 'The Keeping of Christmas at Bracebridge Hall' offers readers a glimpse into 19th-century Christmas celebrations, providing historical context and insight into the customs and traditions of the time.
- Literary Merit: Washington Irving is a celebrated author known for his contributions to early American literature. Reading this work allows one to appreciate his narrative style, use of language, and storytelling prowess.
- Cultural Significance: The book has had a lasting impact on the way Christmas is celebrated, influencing modern customs and contributing to the romanticized vision of a traditional English Christmas.
- Seasonal Joy: The descriptions of Christmas festivities, the warmth of the gatherings, and the spirit of the season captured in the book make it a delightful read, especially during the holiday season, to get into the festive mood.