Publisher's Synopsis
And Thus He Came: A Christmas Fantasy is a novella written by Cyrus Townsend Brady and originally published in 1916. The story is a fictional retelling of the Nativity, focusing on the character of Joseph and his experiences leading up to the birth of Jesus. The book begins with Joseph, a carpenter in Bethlehem, struggling to make ends meet and provide for his family. He is visited by an angel who tells him of the impending birth of a special child, and instructs him to take Mary as his wife and care for her and the child. As Joseph and Mary travel to Bethlehem, they encounter a variety of challenges and obstacles, including a group of bandits and a harsh winter storm. Along the way, they are aided by a cast of characters, including a wise old man and a group of shepherds. The story culminates with the birth of Jesus in a humble stable, and the arrival of the three wise men who bring gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Joseph realizes the significance of the child's birth and is filled with awe and wonder. And Thus He Came: A Christmas Fantasy is a heartwarming tale that celebrates the spirit of Christmas and the power of faith. It is a timeless story that has been beloved by readers for over a century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
