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A Christmas Dream Audiobook Summary

Two wonderful holiday stories that evoke the true meaning of the season.

A Christmas Dream and How It Came True

Ten-year-old Effie lives the life most children dream of–with every day filled with delicious treats and wonderful toys. One night she experiences a dream that will forever change the meaning of Christmas for her. In it, she meets a group of under privileged children and she is inspired to create a Christmas they will never forget.

Rosa’s Tale

It is said that every Christmas Eve, for one hour’s time beginning at the magical hour of midnight, animals are given the gift of speech. Imagining all that her equine friend, Rosa, might have to say, young Belinda is shocked to hear the sad story of Rosa’s life and her fears of what the future might hold.

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A Christmas Dream Audiobook Narrator

Lauren Ambrose is the narrator of A Christmas Dream audiobook that was written by Louisa May Alcott

Lauren Ambrose received critical acclaim as Juliet in Shakespeare in the Park’s Romeo and Juliet. Other theater credits include Sam Shepard’s Buried Child at The National Theater in London and Clifford Odets’ Awake and Sing on Broadway. She was nominated for two Emmy(r) awards for her work in Six Feet Under.

About the Author(s) of A Christmas Dream

Louisa May Alcott is the author of A Christmas Dream

A Christmas Dream Full Details

Narrator Lauren Ambrose
Length 59 minutes
Author Louisa May Alcott
Category
Publisher HarperCollins
Release date October 09, 2007
ISBN 9780061554629

Subjects

The publisher of the A Christmas Dream is HarperCollins. includes the following subjects: The BISAC Subject Code is Juvenile Fiction, Short Stories

Additional info

The publisher of the A Christmas Dream is HarperCollins. The imprint is HarperCollins. It is supplied by HarperCollins. The ISBN-13 is 9780061554629.

Global Availability

This book is only available in the United States.

Goodreads Reviews

Angela M

December 20, 2021

“I'm so tired of Christmas I wish there never would be another one!" exclaimed a discontented-looking little girl…”"Why are you tired of what should be the happiest time of all the year?" asked mamma, anxiously.”“Perhaps I shouldn't be if I had something new. But it is always the same, and there isn't any more surprise about it.”A lovely take on A Christmas Carol. A dream, a change in Christmas routine, some wishes, and the beautiful Christmas spirit of giving . https://americanliterature.com/author...

Rachel

December 31, 2020

A very touching story with a “Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens reference. It’s a nice story to read to kids to showcase that they should appreciate how fortunate they are and to think of others.

Phil

December 21, 2016

So why did I, a grown man, decide to read a story for girls? Because I consider Louisa May Alcott one of the greatest writers ever to put pen to paper."Charming" is perhaps the most overused word to describe this author's writing but I don't think there's a better term.A charming read it is.

Anna

January 09, 2021

“Never give up your faith in the sweet old stories, even after you come to see that they are only the pleasant shadow of a lovely truth.”Louisa May Alcott's "A Christmas Dream, and How It Came to Be True" is a charming short Christmas story that is based loosely on Dickens' A Christmas Carol. It positively exudes the spirit of the season, provokes laughter and may even bring a sentimental tear to the driest eye. If you’re looking for something to slow your family’s holiday pace while making special memories, this classic Christmas story is perfect for you!

Hampus

December 24, 2021

Hoppfull och andlig julberättelse där vikten av givandet framhävs.

Elena T. (Elinor26th)

December 15, 2015

Un microvolumetto che si legge in un paio d'ore, un insieme di storie sull'importanza dei valori e della famiglia, accentuati dall'atmosfera natalizia candida e gioiosa, con il consueto happy ending che riscalda il nostro cuore infreddolito dalla routine quotidiana.Un toccasana: sarà il periodo, sarà lo stress, ma leggendo il racconto "Il natale di Tilly" manca poco scoppiavo a piangere..

Elisa

December 24, 2020

Review will follow.

Crystal

December 10, 2021

Another great holiday read for the entire family! This story surrounds a young girl living in very fortunate circumstances who is tired of Christmas and wants to give all her dolls and toys away. Her mother tells her she will come up with a solution, and the little girl goes off to the family library and reads A Christmas Carol. That night she has an amazing dream that she is lost in the woods but gets found by a very interesting and wise being. What happens after that is precious!! A very enjoyable read indeed!

Castillo de libros

December 02, 2020

Me ha gustado mucho, es un relato muy bonito y enternecedor, que tiene un mensaje muy significativo de lo que debería ser en realidad la Navidad. Además esta autora sabe como transmitir sentimientos con sus palabras.

Asma-Mekki-Daouadji

December 28, 2018

loved it soooo much

Daniel

November 24, 2022

A cute short story about a little girl who turns her Christmas into a season of giving. Loved it.

Kathy

January 14, 2023

Old fashion story. Nice!

Isabel Jazmín

December 25, 2020

** spoiler alert ** Ambas historias son conmovedoras y hasta cierto punto tristes, sin embargo, el desenlace deja al lector con una idea de esperanza, ideal para esta época navideña.

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