Thomas Nast's Christmas drawings for the human race by Thomas Nast
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"Thomas Nast's Christmas Drawings for the Human Race" by Thomas Nast is a delightful collection of Christmas-themed illustrations and writings produced during the late 19th century. The book celebrates the joys of the Christmas holiday, emphasizing its universal appeal that transcends specific religious or political boundaries. It captures the essence of childhood wonder, particularly through the figure of Santa Claus, whom Nast portrays as a jovial and generous spirit of the season.
The content of the book includes a variety of charming illustrations and short accompanying texts, each centered around festive themes associated with Christmas. Topics range from filling stockings and the anticipation of Santa Claus, to traditional Christmas Eve celebrations and playful interpretations of beloved holiday stories. Through Nast’s whimsical artistry and heartfelt representations, readers are invited to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of Christmas—all while highlighting themes of goodwill, family, and the playful spirit of giving. This collection not only entertains but also evokes a sense of nostalgia and warmth that is characteristic of the holiday season. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Illustrator | Nast, Thomas, 1840-1902 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 11020965 |
| Title | Thomas Nast's Christmas drawings for the human race |
| Original Publication | United States: Harper & Brothers, 1889, pubdate 1890. |
| Credits | Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NC: Fine Arts: Drawing, Design, Illustration |
| Subject | Christmas -- Pictorial works |
| Subject | Christmas in art |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 72546 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-72546-8 |
| Release Date | Dec 31, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 783 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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