Christmas Stories - by Benjamin Leopold Farjeon (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Benjamin Leopold Farjeon was a well-known British novelist and playwright in the late 19th and early 20th century. He was particularly well-known for his Christmas stories, which were often heartwarming tales of love, family, and the magic of the holiday season.

One of his most famous Christmas stories is "The Little Lamplighter," which tells the story of a poor boy named Tim who is forced to work as a lamplighter to support himself and his sick mother. On Christmas Eve, Tim meets a kind old woman who gives him a new coat and a warm meal, and helps him discover the true meaning of Christmas.

Another popular Christmas story by Farjeon is "The Last of the Giants," which tells the story of a giant who befriends a little girl and discovers the true meaning of Christmas through her kindness and generosity.

Farjeon's Christmas stories are beloved by readers of all ages and continue to be enjoyed today for their timeless themes of love, kindness, and the spirit of the holiday season.