by C.S. Lewis
First published 2015
This collection gathers beloved stories that explore Easter's spiritual significance beyond commercial symbols. Writers like C.S. Lewis, Leo Tolstoy, Selma Lagerlof, Oscar Wilde, Elizabeth Goudge, Maxim Gorky, Ruth Sawyer, and Walter Wangerin contribute tales selected for both their literary merit and sacred themes. The stories capture Easter's essence through narratives that speak to readers across generations. Children respond eagerly when these tales are read aloud, creating traditions families return to each spring. Original woodcut illustrations accompany the text. The anthology balances familiar works from celebrated authors with lesser-known gems that deserve wider recognition. Each story illuminates different aspects of the holy season through storytelling that engages both heart and mind.
Genres: fiction, classic-literature, collections, anthologies, christian-fiction, 20th-century, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family
383 pages · Paperback · Plough Publishing House