52 Little Lessons from a Christmas Carol, by Bob Welch

I reviewed 52 Little Life Lessons from Les Miserable, and I loved it! I had already planned to buy 52 Little Lessons from A Christmas Carol, so I was excited to see it on the list of titles up for review. I wasn't disappointed by this little book!

Bob Welch takes a story already filled with meaning and makes it even more meaningful. In each chapter, an excerpt is given, along with a scriptural tie-in, which I found especially helpful. One thing I enjoy about this author is his sense of humor. This is an easy, enjoyable, inspiring and fun read. I highly recommend this book, and I'm eager to read more from this author.

5 out of 5 stars.

More info: 

Gold Medallion Award-winner Bob Welch crafts 52 nuggets of Bible-based wisdom from one of the most popular novels of all time, A Christmas Carol. 

• “For it is good to be children sometimes, and never better than at Christmas, when its mighty Founder was a child Himself.”
• “No space of regret can make amends for one life’s opportunity misused.”
• “God bless us, every one.”

The lessons and stories from the beloved novel A Christmas Carol point to bedrock values we all share. Award-winning author Bob Welch takes readers deeper into the nuances of this classic by Charles Dickens. From the miserliness of Scrooge to the innocence of Tiny Tim, 52 Little Lessons from A Christmas Carol will inspire readers to live for what really matters, not only at Christmas, but all year long.

About the Author:

Bob Welch is the author of 12 books, an award-winning columnist, a speaker, and an adjunct professor of journalism at the University of Oregon in Eugene. His articles have been published in inspirational books, including the popular “Chicken Soup for the Soul” series.

224 pages, hardcover. 

Thank you to BookLook Bloggers for my free review copy, received in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. 

52 Little Lessons from Les Misérables (Review)

                                        

52 Little lessons From Les Misérables is as beautiful inslde as it is out. It is a new favorite of mine!

I must confess that I have never read Les Misérables, nor have I ever seen any of the stage or screen versions. My introduction to Victor Hugo's classic came by way of Focus on the Family's Radio Theater. Their dramatized version is excellent and I highly recommend it! The story wrapped itself around my heart and squeezed out a whole lot of tears, lemme tell ya. Maybe it's because Valjean reminds me of my grandpa...I don't know. The themes of grace, forgiveness, and sacrifice were beautifully presented and, though not Hugo's original intent, spelled out the gospel so clearly. Still, probably because I hadn't read the book, I didn't realize how many little gems and parallels I had missed.

I had never read anything by Bob Welch, but I was immediately won over by his writing style. I love the way this book is laid out. In each of the 52 chapters, or lessons, he includes insights that both convict and inspire. I was very moved by this book; it isn't one that can be read and quickly forgotten. I have already looked for more books from this author! 

I give 52 Little Lessons From Les Misérables 5 out of 5 stars and highly recommend it. 

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About Bob Welch

Bob Welch is the author of seventeen books, an award-winning columnist, a speaker, and an adjunct professor of journalism at the University of Oregon in Eugene. His articles have been published in inspirational books, including the popular "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series.

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