Whether it's a parent doing the storytelling or a child reading alone, this heartwarming collection of both classic and contemporary Christmas stories offers excellent reading on a cold wintry night. With such favorites as The Night Before Christmas, The Nutcracker, and The Story of the First Christmas tucked between its covers, it's sure to get plenty of use with every holiday season. Each of the nine stories is filled with an abundance of Yuletide magic and charm. Various featured illustrators paint inspired seasonal portraits adding to the festive spirit. The book offers a solid collection of holiday standards which every family that celebrates Christmas should have in its library. --George Laney