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The Christmas Box | 
 enlarge | Author: Richard Paul Evans
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Category: Book
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Rating:  123 reviews
Media: Hardcover
Pages: 128
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 5.2 x 0.7
ISBN: 0684814994
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
EAN: 9780684814995
Publication Date: November 2, 1995
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Richard Paul Evans originally wrote The Christmas Box as an expression of love for his two daughters, never intending for it to be published. Many Christmas seasons (and a rich publishing contract) later, this touching tale relates the meaning of Christmas in a profound but simple way. Rick, Keri, and their 4-year-old daughter, Jenna, are hired as caretakers and are welcomed into the home of Mary, an ailing widow, just in time for the holidays. Before long, it becomes apparent that Mary cherishes their companionship, and this young family begins to understand that their relationship to Mary is more special than any one of them could have realized. These tender relationships, fraught with real-life struggles, are the backdrop for unraveling a mysterious secret that gently propels the reader through this short story. Unlike most generic Christmas stories, Evans manages to bypass triviality, imbedding these pages with humble truth and emotion. This tiny treasure will cause you to rejoice in the blessings of the season while stirring up a childlike vigor as old profundity is revealed anew. In a season often shrouded in selfishness and materialism, Evans reminds the reader that the only way that we can genuinely love one another is by accepting the greatest gift of love ever given--that of a Father who "so loved His children that He sent His son, that we might someday return to Him." --Jill Heatherly
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Since it was first published, more than seven million people have been touched by the magic of The Christmas Box, a holiday classic that is as beloved in our time as A Christmas Carol was in Dickens's. When Richard Paul Evans wrote The Christmas Box, he intended it as a private expression of love for his two young daughters, Jenna and Allyson. Though he often told them that he loved them, he didn't feel that they could ever really understand the depth of his feelings until they had experienced the joy of rearing their own children, and by that time their relationship would have changed forever. In writing The Christmas Box, he hoped that at some time in the future they would read the book and know of their father's love. As Evans began to write, he was amazed at the inspiration that flowed into his mind and heart. He completed the moving story of a widow and the young family who comes to live with her in less than six weeks, and bound twenty copies to give as Christmas presents to family and friends. In the following weeks, those twenty copies were shared and passed along from family to family, from friend to friend, and what began as a tale for two little girls became a message of miracles, hope, and healing for people throughout the world.
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 A Short Christmas Story January 1, 2009
M. Griffin (Central Islip, NY United States)
This book is more of a long short story than a novel. It could have been shorter. The story involves a young couple with a daugther who move into a mansion owned by Mary, an old lady. The family share the house for a few weeks with Mary and become very attached to her. The upstairs attic has some curious things ( a Christmas box and a cradle). What's Mary's story?The secret is not a big surprise. There are magical, supernatural elements to the story. The story is easy to read and entertaining.This is not "the" greatest Christmas story in the world ,but it is enjoyible and short. I felt good at the end of the tale.
 Grab some tissues !! Dont pass this book up !! December 12, 2008
A. Hughes (Arizona)
When Richard Paul Evans writes a book, there is always someone you can relate to. He has a gift for writing that places you emotionally in the book itself. The story is a touching story that makes you want to become a better parent, friend, spouse, person and human. I have, for 6 years, been giving this book to friends at Christmas. Everyone always loves the story. It is a quick and easy read also. Dont pass up this book !
 Terribly over-rated December 10, 2008
Mark R. Weaver
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This would have been a decent magazine article, but it's not substantial enough to be a book. It is also a bit simplistic, though the message is well-meaning and comes from the heart.
Everyone should HAVE to read this for Chirstmas. December 1, 2008
H. Kenagy
This has to be the most touching, heartwarming books I have ever read about Christmas. I think that everyone should HAVE to read this book. It really makes you think about what Christmas and family is all about. It strikes a few cords in all of us. I love the fact that the Bible has a place in this book also.
It is a very, very fast read so even those who don't read much can make it through quickly. (I read it within 2 hours before church one Sunday morning.)
By the way, once you read this one you will WANT to read the next to that follow; The Timepiece and The Letter. They are wonderful as well.
A BEAUTIFUL STORY FOR THE CHRISTMAS SEASON June 11, 2008
Sarah Jones (New York)
A BEAUTIFUL STORY WHICH REFLECTS LOVE AND UNSELFISHNESS. A GREAT BOOK TO READ DURING THE CHRISTMAS SEASON AND TO GIVE AS A GIFT. RICHARD PAUL EVANS IS ALWAYS TOPS AT WRITING. A BOOK YOU CAN READ TO YOUR CHILDREN.
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