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The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey Gift Set [Hardcover]

Susan Wojciechowski (Author), P.J. Lynch (Illustrator)
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Release Date: Sep 6 2000 | Series: Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey
Jonathan Toomey is the best woodcarver in the valley. But he bears a secret sorrow, and never smiles or laughs. When the widow McDowell and her son ask him to carve a creche in time for Christmas, their quiet request leads to a joyful miracle, as they heal the woodcarver's heart and restore his faith.

The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey, by Susan Wojciechowski, beautifully illustrated by P.J. Lynch, and now read by James Earl Jones, reflects the spirit and generosity all people hold in their hearts, especially during the holidays. It's a story for families to read and treasure this and every Christmas season.

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Now with a new cover and new size (8 11/16" x 7 7/8"), The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey (1995) by Susan Wojciechowski, illus. by P.J. Lynch, pairs what PW's starred review called an "elegant, poignant" story, about the spiritual reawakening of a bitter man, with richly detailed watercolors of an early-American setting. Ages 6-12.
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Ages 4^-9. "Christmas is pish-posh," grumbles Jonathan Toomey, the best wood carver in the valley. He's a Scroogelike recluse; but he's a gentle grouch, it turns out, and he hides a sad secret. He's transformed, not by Dickensian ghosts, but by an eager seven-year-old boy and his widowed mother who ask him to make them a Christmas creche. The story verges on the sentimental, but it's told with feeling and lyricism (he "traveled till his tears stopped" ). Lynch's sweeping illustrations, in shades of wood grain, are both realistic and gloriously romantic, focusing on faces and hands at work before the fire and in the lamplight. In a beautiful, elemental scene, the angry wood carver stands on the threshold of his home, disturbed by the gentle widow and her son who want his help and will transform his life. Hazel Rochman --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A LITTLE CHILD DID LEAD -- HE WAS THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS Dec 13 2000
By BeatleBangs1964 TOP 100 REVIEWER
Format:Hardcover
This heartwarming story of how a bitter woodcarver let a widow and her 7-year-old son into his life should be a holiday tradition for all. The boy is lovable and encouraging and he nurtures a spark of Christmas/holiday spirit in the woodcarver. This book is guaranteed to leave many eyes misty. It is truly a work of art and a gift for the heart. I love it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey Feb 1 2010
By Brian Murphy
Format:Hardcover
This is an absolutely wonderful book, the content of which would appeal to almost any age- the language is simple with some repetition and the overall theme is VERY heartwarming. I read it to a large group of children and adults alike and all listened intently and gave many positive comments after. Although the content is somewhat related to Christmas, it really could be presented at any time. The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey with CD: Gift Edition
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5.0 out of 5 stars Magnificant story for healing and opening of the heart Jan 4 2009
By Pamela J. Holm
Format:Hardcover
I have read this story to many children and each time I read it, my heart opens and my eyes swell with tears for the joy of healing. I cannot recommend this book enough! I have given it to all the young children in my life and will continue to wish it for all and give it to others, large and small. I'm delighted to find it has been reprinted a couple of times since I bought the origional edition.
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5.0 out of 5 stars This one is a keeper
Tender story, exquisitely illustrated. I recommend this book in hardcover because it is classic and definitely a "keeper". Read more
Published on Jan 4 2004 by ardnam
5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite Christmas story
As the others have reviewed, this story is heartwarming and special. It is a book to be shared with anyone who has a heart, or who needs one. Read more
Published on Nov 6 2003
5.0 out of 5 stars A Heartwarming Story of the Magic of the Christmas Story
THE CHRISTMAS MIRACLE OF JONATHAN TWOMEY is a simple and heartwarming story. The plot is simple enough. Jonathan is lonely and still mourning the loss of his wife and child. Read more
Published on Sep 22 2003 by Timothy Kearney
5.0 out of 5 stars The whole family loved it
It was hard reading this book to my kids, because it made me cry, but we all loved it.

The book explores the importance of human relationships in giving meaning to life. Read more

Published on July 20 2003 by Anne B.
5.0 out of 5 stars It's Delovely.
THE CHRISTMAS MIRACLE OF JONATHAN TOOMEY is a charming book about the nature of patience and grace. Jonathan Toomey is a very sad and gloomy man. Read more
Published on Dec 15 2002 by tvtv3
5.0 out of 5 stars A true miracle
Simple in theme, with the beautiful message that appearances can be deceiving, it's marvelous prose. Gorgeously illustrated. Read more
Published on Dec 13 2002 by Carol Diffenderfer
5.0 out of 5 stars Heartwarming Story
This is a heartwarming story of the power of children to warm and open broken hearts. A good story to read to children every Christmas.
Published on Dec 5 2002
5.0 out of 5 stars Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey - the best book
This is a beautiful story. The author did a reading/slide show of this book at our school several years ago. Read more
Published on Dec 4 2002 by Yelgnit
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful, heartwarming book!!!
I still read this book to my children every year and they are 14 & 18 years old. This is a wonderful book about the meaning of Christmas, and renewal of a human spirit. Read more
Published on Nov 18 2002
4.0 out of 5 stars A Christmas Miracle
Jonathan Toomey is a sad and lonely man, living alone in the little village after his wife and little baby child died. Nobody talks to him, and he wants nobody. Read more
Published on Dec 26 2001 by Britt Arnhild Lindland
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