A Christmas Story

Author : Jean Shepherd
Publisher : Crown
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2010-10-27
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307768735

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A Christmas Story by Jean Shepherd Pdf

A beloved, bestselling classic of humorous and nostalgic Americana—the book that inspired the equally classic Yuletide film and the live musical on Fox. The holiday film A Christmas Story, first released in 1983, has become a bona fide Christmas perennial, gaining in stature and fame with each succeeding year. Its affectionate, wacky, and wryly realistic portrayal of an American family’s typical Christmas joys and travails in small-town Depression-era Indiana has entered our imagination and our hearts with a force equal to It’s a Wonderful Life and Miracle on 34th Street. This edition of A Christmas Story gathers together in one hilarious volume the gems of autobiographical humor that Jean Shepherd drew upon to create this enduring film. Here is young Ralphie Parker’s shocking discovery that his decoder ring is really a device to promote Ovaltine; his mother and father’s pitched battle over the fate of a lascivious leg lamp; the unleashed and unnerving savagery of Ralphie’s duel in the show with the odious bullies Scut Farkas and Grover Dill; and, most crucially, Ralphie’s unstoppable campaign to get Santa—or anyone else—to give him a Red Ryder carbine action 200-shot range model air rifle. Who cares that the whole adult world is telling him, “You’ll shoot your eye out, kid”? The pieces that comprise A Christmas Story, previously published in the larger collections In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash and Wanda Hickey’s Night of Golden Memories, coalesce in a magical fashion to become an irresistible piece of Americana, quite the equal of the film in its ability to warm the heart and tickle the funny bone.

Author : Caseen Gaines
Publisher : ECW Press
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2013-10-01
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781770411401

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A Christmas Story by Caseen Gaines Pdf

The definitive guide to everything fans want to know about A Christmas Story shares the inside story behind the film’s production, release, and unlikely ascent to the top of popular culture. From Jean Shepherd’s original radio broadcasts to Bob Clark’s 1983 sleeper hit film and beyond, A Christmas Story has become a beloved Yuletide tradition over the last three decades. In conjunction with the 30th anniversary of its theatrical release, this is the untold story of the making of the film, and what happened afterwards. Ralphie Parker’s quest for a Red Ryder air rifle didn’t end with the movie’s release; the tale inspired massive VHS sales, a Broadway production, and a mountain of merchandise. Complete with rare and previously unreleased photographs, now fans of the movie and film buffs alike can lean all they didn’t know about the timeless classic.

Author : Jean Shepherd,Phil Grecian
Publisher : Dramatic Publishing
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Children
ISBN : 1583420312

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A Christmas Story by Jean Shepherd,Phil Grecian Pdf

A beloved, bestselling classic of humorous and nostalgic Americana--the book that inspired the equally classic Yuletide film. The holiday film "A Christmas Story," first released in 1983, has become a bona fide Christmas perennial, gaining in stature and fame with each succeeding year. Its affectionate, wacky, and wryly realistic portrayal of an American family's typical Christmas joys and travails in small-town Depression-era Indiana has entered our imagination and our hearts with a force equal to "It's a Wonderful Life" and "Miracle on 34th Street," This edition of "A Christmas Story" gathers together in one hilarious volume the gems of autobiographical humor that Jean Shepherd drew upon to create this enduring film. Here is young Ralphie Parker's shocking discovery that his decoder ring is really a device to promote Ovaltine; his mother and father's pitched battle over the fate of a lascivious leg l& the unleashed and unnerving savagery of Ralphie's duel in the show with the odious bullies Scut Farkas and Grover Dill; and, most crucially, Ralphie's unstoppable campaign to get Santa--or anyone else--to give him a Red Ryder carbine action 200-shot range model air rifle. Who cares that the whole adult world is telling him, "You'll shoot your eye out, kid"? The pieces that comprise "A Christmas Story," previously published in the larger collections "In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash" and "Wanda Hickey's Night of Golden Memories," coalesce in a magical fashion to become an irresistible piece of Americana, quite the equal of the film in its ability to warm the heart and tickle the funny bone.

Author : Charles Dickens
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 141 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1964
Category : Christmas stories
ISBN : 9780557892907

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The Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens Pdf

Author : Truman Capote
Publisher : Knopf Books for Young Readers
Page : 49 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2014-10-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780385392761

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A Christmas Memory by Truman Capote Pdf

A reminiscence of a Christmas shared by a seven-year-old boy and a sixtyish childlike woman, with enormous love and friendship between them.

Author : Patricia A. Pingry
Publisher : Worthy Kids/Ideals
Page : 22 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2022-10-04
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1546002332

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The Story of Christmas by Patricia A. Pingry Pdf

Discover the story of the first Christmas in this newly illustrated classic, perfect for little ones curious about the story behind their holiday celebrations. Expertly crafted for the attention span of toddlers, this simple book tells the biblical story of Christmas--from the Annunciation to the birth of Jesus and the arrival of the wise men. The story also helps little listeners understand the connection between the first Christmas and today's celebrations and traditions. With bright illustrations and a toddler-friendly length of about 200 words, this book is an age-appropriate way to introduce the story of the Nativity. A perfect addition for Christmas stockings!

Author : Jean Shepherd
Publisher : Crown
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2010-10-27
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307768667

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In God We Trust by Jean Shepherd Pdf

A collection of humorous and nostalgic Americana stories—the beloved, bestselling classics that inspired the movie A Christmas Story Before Garrison Keillor and Spalding Gray there was Jean Shepherd: a master monologist and writer who spun the materials of his all-American childhood into immensely resonant—and utterly hilarious—works of comic art. In God We Trust: All Others Pay Cash represents one of the peaks of his achievement, a compound of irony, affection, and perfect detail that speaks across generations. In God We Trust, Shepherd's wildly witty reunion with his Indiana hometown, disproves the adage “You can never go back.” Bending the ear of Flick, his childhood-buddy-turned-bartender, Shepherd recalls passionately his genuine Red Ryder BB gun, confesses adolescent failure in the arms of Junie Jo Prewitt, and relives a story of man against fish that not even Hemingway could rival. From pop art to the World's Fair, Shepherd's subjects speak with a universal irony and are deeply and unabashedly grounded in American Midwestern life, together rendering a wonderfully nostalgic impression of a more innocent era when life was good, fun was clean, and station wagons roamed the earth. A comic genius who bridged the gap between James Thurber and David Sedaris, Shepherd may have accomplished for Holden, Indiana, what Mark Twain did for Hannibal, Missouri.

Author : Brian Wildsmith
Publisher : Eerdmans Young Readers
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Christmas
ISBN : 9780802851734

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A Christmas Story by Brian Wildsmith Pdf

Rebecca, a young girl living in Nazareth, accompanies a small donkey searching for his mother to a stable in Bethlehem where they both witness a special event.

Author : Jay Frankston
Publisher : Jay Frankston
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0962975419

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A Christmas Story by Jay Frankston Pdf

The author describes how and why he became Santa Claus each year to a number of needy children whose letters to Santa he found in the postal service's dead letter office.

Author : Tyler Schwartz
Publisher : Running Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2013-10-01
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 0762448571

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A Christmas Story Treasury by Tyler Schwartz Pdf

Honoring the 30th anniversary of A Christmas Story; produced with the blessing of the Estate of author Jean Shepherd; and featuring stories, pull-out mementos, full-color photos, and even sound, A Christmas Story Treasury is the ultimate salute to America's favorite holiday movie. This interactive book includes: Sound buttons of eight memorable quotes from the film's narrator, Jean Shepherd Certificate of membership to the Little Orphan Annie Secret Circle Recipe cards for Mom's Christmas turkey and Chinese turkey Ralphie's “theme” Replica of the telegram notifying the Old Man about his “major award” (a Leg Lamp) 9 x 12” movie poster “Merry Christmas from the Parkers” greeting card The body of this 48-page book is comprised of behind-the scenes stories and fun history on the film. Fully illustrated with photos throughout, this is the “holy grail of Christmas presents” for fans of the movie.

Author : Poppy Harlow
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2021-11-23
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780593204573

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The Biggest Little Boy by Poppy Harlow Pdf

CNN news anchor Poppy Harlow has crafted a Christmas classic with lots of heart. Perfect for holiday gift giving! Luca loves BIG things. BIG trucks. BIG buildings. BIG bowls of pasta. But what he wants most is the biggest Christmas tree of all. With Christmas approaching, Luca goes in search of a special tree. But he soon finds out that what matters most is having a BIG heart. CNN news anchor Poppy Harlow has crafted a timeless Christmas story brimming with good cheer and Ramona Kaulitzki brings the festive holiday season to life. The Biggest Little Boy reassures all young readers that they are special, just the way they are.

Author : Cherie Bennett
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0590306731

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Searching for David's Heart by Cherie Bennett Pdf

A young girl who's beloved brother is killed in an accident, searches for his heart which was donated for a heart transplant.

Author : Julij Nemanič,Janez Bogataj,Rok Kvaternik,Janez Pukšič
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Fruit wines
ISBN : 9616531069

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Wines of Slovenia by Julij Nemanič,Janez Bogataj,Rok Kvaternik,Janez Pukšič Pdf

This is the first extensive review of Slovenian vintners and the wines they produce. Written in English, this oenological bible covers 386 vineyards, a remarkable number for such a small country. The book was authored by ethnologist Dr. Janez Bogataj and viniculturalist Dr. Julij Nemanic, and results from the long interest of Rok Kvaternik, chairman of Rokus Publishing House, in the nation's wines. The wines are beautifully photographed by Janez Puksic. Presented by region, the wines are rated in a four star system and paired to food recommendations. This book is intended for those wishing to purchase Slovenian wines, some of which are now available in this country through several companies, and for those traveling to Slovenia wishing to organize their own wine tasting tours. The book costs $65, plus $7.95 shipping and handling.

Author : Edward Hemingway
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2018-09-11
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781250222749

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Tough Cookie by Edward Hemingway Pdf

When a cookie discovers he does NOT taste delicious, he has to find a new identity in this clever picture book twist on a holiday classic. Once upon a time, while Fox was visiting the land of Holiday Treats, a little cookie—still warm from the bakery oven—burst out the front door looking sweet and ready to be devoured. But, as it turns out, Cookie is not as fast as he thinks and when Fox finally catches him, they’re both in for a big surprise: Sugar Cookie does not taste delicious—and he’s certainly not fit to be eaten. What’s an unsavory cookie to do? Is there another option for this not-so-sweet treat? This inventive story celebrates the joy of being accepted for who we are. Includes recipes and instructions to cook up your own Tough Cookies! Christy Ottaviano Books

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Workman Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0761152504

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The Story of Christmas by Anonim Pdf

Advent calendar with 24 books to be used as tree ornaments depicting the events in the Christmas story, set into a board cover with brief text on the flaps and back cover. Each book ornament has a gold cord to hang it on a Christmas tree.