We were given this book when our 6 children were small and it fast became a family tradition to all cuddle on the couch and read this beautiful, heartwarming story of the lonely woodcarver and how his own life was restored as he replaced a young widow and her son's nativity figures. And even though they knew it was coming..I would get them everytime with .."Not there! NO one sits there!" and everytime as I paused at the end to compose myself to continue reading..6 pairs of eyes and ears would be waiting for me to finish... The story is wonderful and the illustrations are magnificent! Our son was the first to be married and I bought him his own copy so he can continue the tradition in his own home..he is an artist and collects PJ Lynch illustrated books. Don't be fooled by the movie of the same name..it does not do the book justice.Read full review
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This book brings a special meaning to the Nativity as seen through the eyes of a child.A crotchety old woodcutter rebuilds the Nativity for a widow and her son. The child insist that the woodcutter make each piece as perfect as the old one. Through many attempts the old woodcutter gets it right. He becomes a changed man having been in the presence of two whose love for Jesus spilled over into his life and made him a new man. I purchased this book at a book fair years ago and had misplaced it. I had used it to read to shut-ins as my Christmas gift to them. It appealed to all ages (school age and above.) I was so happy to buy it off e-bay.It was like finding a new friend. I won't let this one get away!
Christmas Miracle is really one of the 'sleeper' classics of Christmas lore of the past 30 years. Way more than a children's book the narrative and the not to be missed illustrations truly resonate with the 'reason for the season'! Linger over this book and bring ample tissues at the end!
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I bought this book over 20 years ago and lost it in a move to a new house. Am very happy to have this copy with the original dust cover! in great condition as well!
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A heart-warming and cute book that I enjoyed reading and would like to share with others. And I loved the pictures.
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