The Twelve Days of Christmas
The Twelve Days of Christmas by John Julius Norwich is a reprint edition published by Atlantic Books in 2013, featuring 32 pages of whimsical storytelling. This book presents a unique interpretation of the classic Christmas carol, transforming it into a series of humorous thank-you letters from a young lady named Emily to her unseen admirer, capturing the charm and chaos of holiday gifting.
Readers will find a delightful blend of humor and creativity as Norwich’s narrative unfolds through Emily’s increasingly bemused responses to her gifts. Accompanied by the inimitable illustrations of Quentin Blake, the book explores themes of romance and comedy, showcasing the amusing consequences of extravagant presents. This enchanting gift book offers a fresh perspective on a beloved holiday tradition, making it a fitting addition to any festive collection.
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The classic Christmas carol is told with a very special twist. With inimitable illustrations by Quentin Blake, this is a most elegant and enchanting gift book.
My Dearest Darling –
That partridge, in that lovely little pear tree! What an enchanting, romantic, poetic present! Bless you and thank you.
Your deeply loving Emily
Everyone knows the “Twelve days of Christmas,” but not as rewritten by John Julius Norwich in this delightful correspondence, which records the daily thank-you letters from one increasingly bemused young lady to her unseen admirer. And who but Quentin Blake could exploit the full comic possibilities of this hilarious debacle as first birds, then maids, and finally the full percussion section of the Liverpool Philharmonic create mayhem in the calm of an English country Christmas?
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