How Come Christmas: A Modern Morality
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A charming and evocative work of American folklore, How Come Christmas: A Modern Morality offers a unique retelling of the Christmas story through the perspective of a minister recounting the tale to his congregation. Roark Bradford, a writer deeply influenced by the oral traditions and storytelling he encountered in the American South, crafts a narrative that feels both intimate and grand, blending a sincere sense of wonder with the distinct cadence and warmth of folk vernacular. Through the evocative illustrations of Peter Burchard, the book breathes life into this "modern morality" play, exploring how the figures of the Nativity and the modern traditions of Santa Claus became intertwined in the popular imagination. This 1948 first edition from Harper & Brothers remains a cherished piece of mid-century Americana, prized not only for its historical literary significance but also for its ability to capture the simple, enduring spirit of the holiday season. For collectors of vintage illustrated books and enthusiasts of Southern folklore, this edition is a beautifully preserved artifact of a bygone era of storytelling.
Author: Roark Bradford (Illustrated by Peter Burchard)
Format: Hardback
Genre: Literary theory
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A charming and evocative work of American folklore, How Come Christmas: A Modern Morality offers a unique retelling of the Christmas story through the perspective of a minister recounting the tale to his congregation. Roark Bradford, a writer deeply influenced by the oral traditions and storytelling he encountered in the American South, crafts a narrative that feels both intimate and grand, blending a sincere sense of wonder with the distinct cadence and warmth of folk vernacular. Through the evocative illustrations of Peter Burchard, the book breathes life into this "modern morality" play, exploring how the figures of the Nativity and the modern traditions of Santa Claus became intertwined in the popular imagination. This 1948 first edition from Harper & Brothers remains a cherished piece of mid-century Americana, prized not only for its historical literary significance but also for its ability to capture the simple, enduring spirit of the holiday season. For collectors of vintage illustrated books and enthusiasts of Southern folklore, this edition is a beautifully preserved artifact of a bygone era of storytelling.