Old Christmas by Washington Irving | Gold-Embossed Hardcover Book

Step into the warmth and wonder of Christmases past with Old Christmas by Washington Irving, a beautifully presented collection of five nostalgic stories celebrating the traditions of an old-fashioned English Christmas. Originally published in 1819–1820, these charming tales transport readers to a world of candlelit gatherings, festive feasts, crackling fireplaces, and the simple pleasures of the holiday season.

Inspired by Irving's experiences visiting Aston Hall, a historic Jacobean mansion in England, the stories recount the customs and celebrations of a traditional country Christmas. From a winter stagecoach journey to the anticipation of Christmas Eve and the joy of a grand family dinner, each tale captures the hospitality, togetherness, and timeless spirit of the season.

This elegant hardcover edition features a rich evergreen cover with intricate gold-embossed detailing, gilded page edges, and original black-and-white illustrations by Randolph Caldecott. Beautifully bound and printed on deluxe ivory paper, it's as lovely to display as it is to read.

Perfect for a holiday bookshelf, styled on a coffee table, or tucked beneath the Christmas tree as a thoughtful gift, Old Christmas is a wonderful addition to a collection of treasured holiday books. A timeless literary keepsake to revisit each December and perhaps even begin a new Christmas reading tradition.

Details & Features

• Title: Old Christmas

• Author: Washington Irving

• Illustrations: Original black-and-white illustrations by Randolph Caldecott

• Binding: Hardcover

• Cover: Evergreen green with decorative gold embossing

• Page Edges: Gilded

• Interior: Deluxe ivory paper

• Contents: Five classic Christmas stories originally published in 1819–1820

• Stories Included:

  • Christmas

  • The Stage Coach

  • Christmas Eve

  • Christmas Day

  • The Christmas Dinner

• Style: Classic literature, Victorian-era Christmas traditions, and collectible gift edition

• Use: Holiday reading, gifting, and decorative bookshelf or coffee table display