2 DEC 2024 · In this conversation, Dr. Lynn Cohick talks with Dr. Timothy Larsen about his book https://www.amazon.com/Twelve-Classic-Christmas-Stories-Yuletide/dp/0802432794/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1EN2A79KCCRIH&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.OttTS_BtKWU2O8mu-HUoU4D5a0uYdSpeZPgLkc66OHVSqeC20GbBpOWQflchWYDjGGEe1FtIzxQHqEciavKxFrH-oZOokZWjMZjeXD7CvVBsvx4nofFWRC7uBOKoU0MTRmf8HK4vVrxKeFr65dBllS6dI8QLvHossQgC-OQ0X-kF0V0ZKmxJGPdNgfIKnE0CNJ6-84lJ8wX4CwE2eu_aI7IdId-Ftu7b6CKgc8CEAeo.W6Dxb1RoFxen7dcXQ9_snWKL-nei7l8DWC1ANaq0Xz4&dib_tag=se&keywords=timothy+larsen&qid=1733090996&sprefix=timothy+larse%2Caps%2C173&sr=8-1 They discuss the inspiration behind the book, the mix of joy and sorrow often found in Christmas stories, and the historical context around the celebration of Christmas. Larson highlights several of the stories in the collection, including works by authors like Louisa May Alcott, Willa Cather, and L.M. Montgomery, and explores the themes of reconciliation, generosity, and seeing the world with an open heart.
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