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Old Christmas is a compilation of Washington Irving’s recollections of England’s traditional holiday customs and rural games. The stories evoke the charm and simplicity of a bygone era, recalling the pleasures of community life and the warmth of seasonal celebrations.
First publish date: 1876
Genre: Literary Fiction/Classic Literature
Authors: Washington Irving
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