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A Christmas Tree - A Heartwarming Victorian Reflection on Christmas Memories and Traditions - cover

A Christmas Tree - A Heartwarming Victorian Reflection on Christmas Memories and Traditions

Charles Dickens, Zenith Maple Leaf Press

Publisher: Zenith Maple Leaf Press

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Summary

A Christmas tree becomes a gateway to treasured memories and festive wonders.
In A Christmas Tree, Charles Dickens invites readers to gather around a beautifully decorated tree as he recalls the joys, mysteries, and enchantments of Christmas past. Through vivid imagery and gentle nostalgia, Dickens reflects on toys, games, ghost stories, and the simple pleasures that make the season magical.

First published in 1850, this short but evocative piece captures the Victorian spirit of Christmas—a celebration of warmth, family, and imagination. Blending humor, sentiment, and a touch of the supernatural, it remains a charming companion to Dickens's more famous holiday works, offering a tender glimpse into his own love for the season.

"A charming, sentimental gem that captures Dickens's gift for blending memory with magic."
– The Guardian

"An intimate and nostalgic piece, perfect for fireside reading during the holidays."
– The New York Times

✅ Why Readers Love It:
🎄 A lesser-known Dickens holiday classic full of warmth and nostalgia

🕯️ Captures the Victorian Christmas atmosphere in rich, evocative detail

📚 Perfect as a quick seasonal read or as part of a Dickens Christmas collection

🎯 Click 'Buy Now' to share in Dickens's festive memories—and let A Christmas Tree rekindle your own holiday spirit.
Available since: 08/08/2025.
Print length: 27 pages.

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