Rekindling the true Xmas spirit through literary characters

Christmas is upon us, a season for reuniting with family members and sharing moments of joy. Ideally, the Christmas break offers an opportunity to reflect on the goodness of Jesus Christ to humanity, and to reach out to the needy among us. Unsurprisingly, the spirit of Christmas is deeply embedded in literature.

Beyond the familiar carols of “Jingle Bells” and “Joy to the World”, which are synonymous with the season, books too capture the subtle textures of the Christmas experience. Many Christmas stories explore the theme of redemption that lies at the heart of Christ’s mission on earth. They also engage with the realism of the season, offering poignant reflections on poverty and joy, often juxtaposed within festive settings. Through these narratives, profound human emotions and social transformations are vividly rendered.