Sane, Simple, Sacred: A CHRISTMAS "READ"

A CHRISTMAS "READ"

Many years ago I stumbled upon a series of books that charmed me with simplicity, common sense, and English wit and wisdom. I borrowed the books from the library and thought I had read them all! More recently, I have begun to collect them, buying copies in good condition when I see them at thrift stores.

Imagine my pleasure to find THIS one (which I'm not sure I have read)! Two Miss Read Christmas stories in one volume. I can't wait to begin. I'll be lighting evening candles, turning the volume on the carols down, and sipping a cup of tea as I read.

The black and white illustrations are worth the price of the book!

"For thirty-five years, Miss Read has been the standard-bearer of the English country village novel. Her ageless tales of thatched-roof cottages and two-room schoolhouses, dotty spinsters and genial eccentrics, have sold over two million copies and continue to win new generations of readers..." says the inside of the book cover.

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DeniseDecember 8, 2009 at 7:50 AM
Sounds really interesting.
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AnonymousDecember 8, 2009 at 8:54 AM
Ok, I have never come accross these books. But I am looking forward to see if my library has them...if not, on to Amazon :)

Thank you for sharing. This is a good read.

blessings,

maria
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Wanda.....December 8, 2009 at 9:27 AM
Sounds like a very nice Christmas tradition has started. I have a book I saved all summer to read over the winter...Letters from Eden, a year at home in the woods: by Julie Zickefoose.
Enjoy your tea and reading Rebecca.

Wanda
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AndreaDecember 8, 2009 at 10:22 AM
What a beautiful tradition.
Blessings, andrea

PS: You have another award at arise 2 write.
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Donna's Book NookDecember 8, 2009 at 12:18 PM
I've not ever seen these books. I may have to try to find them in the library as well. (I know a friend who has them, but since they are treasured volumes, I would not want to borrow them) [smiles] Donna
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BernieDecember 8, 2009 at 3:05 PM
I cannot believe that being the avid reader I am I have not read these books....I am going to try and find them as they sound wonderful.
Blessings...........:-) Hugs
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RebeccaDecember 8, 2009 at 5:51 PM
Donna, I have a few you would be welcome to borrow. I think it MIGHT be good to read them in sequence - though maybe not necessary. I don't have nearly all of them.
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RebeccaDecember 8, 2009 at 5:52 PM
Bernie, I really think you would enjoy them. Hope you can find them!
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JoanDecember 9, 2009 at 1:10 PM
I may have to look those books up. Thanks for stopping by today.

Blessings
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Sniffles and SmilesDecember 9, 2009 at 1:15 PM
Oh, I have never heard of these...I MUST going looking...the illustration is absolutely charming!!! And stories about English country life? I'm sure they are delightful!!!! Happy reading!!!! Love, Janine XO
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DeeDecember 9, 2009 at 6:10 PM
I will add myself to the list of people looking for these books. It sounds like a series I would enjoy. Also I want to say thank you for your comment on my post..I found it very helpful. :)
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http://bitsandpieces-sonja.blogspot.com/December 10, 2009 at 7:50 PM
Rebecca:
What a delight to visit your pages tonight! They are so full of wonderful tips and scriptures and quotes. Some of my very favorite people are quoted here. I remember your 'thrifting' and I think you are one smart lady! And now, to see 'your man', and how creative he is... wow! I need my husband to visit his blog! And right now, as I'm writing this, I'm side by side with your Tozer quote on 'prayer as a substitute for obedience'... Oh how true!

This was a blessing!
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DeeDecember 11, 2009 at 2:30 PM
Rebecca, Is this book found in the childrens section at the library?
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RebeccaDecember 11, 2009 at 7:38 PM
Dee, No - these are adult books. But very "easy" and enjoyable reads.
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God holds you. Each day he carries us in his arms. Psalm 68:19 NLT
God sustains you. THE LORD is my Shepherd [to feed, guide, and shield me], I shall not lack. Psalm 23:1 AMP
God covers you. He will cover you with His pinions, and under His wings shall you trust. Psalm 91:4 AMP
God pours His love upon you. Through each day the Lord pours his unfailing love upon me. Psalm 42:8 NLT
God will not fail you. The unfailing love of the Lord never ends! Lamentations 3:22 NLT

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Sane, Simple, Sacred

Mercy

A CHRISTMAS "READ"

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