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Tag: Charles Dickens

Supernatural escapes once a Christmas tradition, now revived

December 12, 2023 ~ The Longest Chapter ~ 2 Comments

These ghost stories, each published in a small book, aren't Santa narratives, rather distinctive plots from the imagined worlds of classic authors Edith Wharton, Shirley Jackson, and others. Take a look, and treat yourself. They're an addictive delight.

He knew how to keep Christmas well

December 20, 2016 ~ The Longest Chapter ~ 3 Comments

A new edition of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" stands out for its photos of the original manuscript in Dickens' handwriting. Here's a look at it, plus why I read it.

A book list and a control measure

January 26, 2012January 26, 2012 ~ The Longest Chapter ~ 2 Comments

I discovered these six books via review publications. I think they offer the promise of good reading and thought I'd share what I've learned. Brief descriptions and links to more information included. Ficion and non-fiction.

The true subject of “Wanting”

July 31, 2009July 31, 2009 ~ The Longest Chapter ~ Leave a comment

Richard Flanagan says his new book is about desire. But it's the historical events and characters (the novelist Charles Dickens and the explorer Sir John Franklin) that make it memorable.

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