Publisher's Synopsis
""A Fireside Book Or, The Account Of A Christmas Spent At Old Court"" is a novel written by Charles B. Tayler. The story revolves around the Christmas celebrations at Old Court, a grand estate in the English countryside. The narrator, a young man named Charles, is invited to spend Christmas at Old Court by his friend, Mr. Herbert. The book chronicles the events and experiences of the guests at the estate during the festive season, including the preparations, the feasts, the games, and the conversations. The book also explores the relationships and dynamics between the various characters, including the eccentric Lord and Lady Oldcourt, their daughter, and other guests. Through the lens of the Christmas celebrations, the book offers a glimpse into the customs, traditions, and values of the English aristocracy in the 19th century. The book is a heartwarming tale of friendship, love, and the joys of the holiday season, and is sure to delight readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
