Around the Yule Log

A nostalgic collection of seasonal tales and reflections capturing the heart of a Victorian Christmas.

In Around the Yule Log, Willis Boyd Allen gathers a series of short stories, essays, and musings that reflect the values, sentiments, and atmosphere of Christmastime in the late nineteenth century. Ranging from heartwarming family narratives to contemplative sketches on winter and holiday traditions, this collection offers readers a glimpse into the moral ideals, domestic life, and festive imagination of the Victorian era. Ideal for fireside reading, it serves both as a literary celebration of the season and a window into the cultural sensibilities of its time.