Publisher's Synopsis
The Christmas Dinner: From The Sketch Book is a classic holiday tale written by Washington Irving. Originally published in 1819, this heartwarming story tells the tale of a group of friends who come together to celebrate Christmas with a festive dinner.The story is set in England, and follows the narrator as he recounts his memories of a Christmas dinner he attended with a group of friends. The group includes a diverse cast of characters, each with their own unique personalities and quirks. Throughout the night, they share stories, jokes, and songs, and enjoy a delicious feast of traditional holiday foods.As the night wears on, the group becomes increasingly sentimental and reflective, sharing memories of past Christmases and expressing their gratitude for one another's company. The story culminates in a touching moment of friendship and camaraderie, as the group raises a toast to the joys of the holiday season and the blessings of friendship.With its charming characters, vivid descriptions of holiday traditions, and heartwarming message of love and friendship, The Christmas Dinner: From The Sketch Book is a timeless classic that is sure to delight readers of all ages.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.
