Why the chimes rang story

Sep 14, J rated it it was ok Shelves: z-format-book , holiday-christmas-kids. It was a beautiful story in the tradition of many Christmas stories where giving the best that you have no matter how simple or small it may seem is the token and not the presents that are meant to impress. The illustrations are simple but gorgeous and the story easy to follow although it didn't really get me as there is too many what-ifs.

The way that the story ended was a disappointment since I felt there was more to be said - more to cover such as was the most important gift actually the sil It was a beautiful story in the tradition of many Christmas stories where giving the best that you have no matter how simple or small it may seem is the token and not the presents that are meant to impress.

The way that the story ended was a disappointment since I felt there was more to be said - more to cover such as was the most important gift actually the silver coin? Or was it the fact that the boy gave up something he really wanted to do and experienced to help out another unfortunate soul, which would have been the best present? So beautifully vintage! The story was fine. It's about two brothers, their trip to a Catholic church, and the sacrifice one of them makes and how he's rewarded by the angels.

Ages: 5 - Mar 07, Heidi rated it it was ok Shelves: isuh , childrens-picture. The illustrations are nice and appropriate and attractive. I know this storybook was originally published in and it was incredibly popular back then. The plot in this book was good and somewhat touching.

I thought this book was OK or good not great. But for somebody who likes Christmas books, they probably would enjoy this one. May 21, Dave rated it it was amazing Shelves: fiction , childrens.

One of the greatest stories ever written, not just Christmas stories. The story is very well told, the illustrations are just an added bonus.

Dec 22, Kathy rated it it was ok. This is indeed a sweet story, but I agree with the assessment that it ended too abruptly. It felt like half a story. View 1 comment. Dec 15, Kelly rated it it was amazing Shelves: about-children , adventure , age-group-early-readers , christmas , classic , jbf , myth-and-fairy-tales , picture-books , read-aloud , seasons-and-weather. Pretty straightforward story illustrating the difference between selfish people and giving people.

Jul 15, Erika Powers rated it did not like it. This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. I'm sorry I read this book!

What the hell? Apparently, of the thousands of regular churchgoers, no one knew what Jesus was all about - or could even apply the story of the widows mite.

There was no eloquent wrap-up to bring the story full circle. This book was my grama's but it's so bad I'm giving it back to my mom. Dec 20, Jeannette rated it really liked it. A sweet old fashioned story very similar to The Silent Bells, another of my Christmas reads this year.

Also similar to The Light of Christmas. A familiar theme of recognizing the true gift that is worthy of presenting to the babe in the manger, which is not what most people expect.

A classic my grandmother read This is such a beautiful story. I only recently learned of my family connection to it. My grandma read it to her children and I'm thrilled to now have my own copy to carry on the tradition. Jan 07, Sarah rated it really liked it.

We enjoyed this book tremendously. The end was a bit abrupt, but certainly allowed for further discussion with the children. And inside, it was beautiful beyond description. The lights and music were overwhelming and so young Otto slid into a side chair because all the rich and powerful people were in the center, each one looking to outdo the other.

Even the King was there accompanied by his wife who looked about the nave to see who came and where they were seated. And so, at the end of the worship service, it came to the time when people would lay their gift on the altar. One by one they went, looking up, waiting for the magical chimes to ring. And all they heard was the wind around the tower. Finally, after the Queen had put her amber necklace on the altar and all was silent, the King took off his crown and laid it on the altar.

Only the wind could be heard. What was it that the Child wanted? More than a crown? The King was upset as was the Queen. They turned to each other as well as the nobles and the wealthy who had gotten their wealth by working the peasants over the years. Everyone was about to leave when all of a sudden, the sound of sweet chimes filled the air. They turned and could only see a small boy leaving the altar where he had laid his coin.

Why the Chimes Rang. Joyce Antilla Phipps. Recent Posts. Wednesday, November 10, Tuesday, November 9, Monday, November 8, Sunday Worship, November 7, - Standing in the Shadows.

First Edition. Used - Hardcover Condition: Near Fine. Within U. Quantity: 1. Condition: Near Fine. First edition. Firts printing. Slim hardcover in midnight green cloth with tipped on front cover title and illustration. Illustrations and decorations by Mayo Bunker. Unpaginated 38 pp. A generally fine copy, touch of wear at the spine ends and a gift inscription front free endpaper. A classic Christmas tale. A small boy named Pedro and his Little Brother set out to visit the church and make their own small offering to the Baby Jesus; on the way, Pedro stops to help an old woman and sends Little Brother on to the church.

Little Brother brings to the Christmas altar their very small piece of silver, insignifcant compared to the rich gifts left by others, even the king.

When Little Brother leaves his gift, the Christmas bells begin to chime. Published by Collins, Used - Hardcover Condition: Good. From United Kingdom to U. Condition: Good. Illustrated dustjacket over yellow cloth. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning and foxing.

Front endpaper is missing. Pencil inscription to half title page. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces.