The Spirit of Christmas Author:Henry Van Dyke The Spirit of Christmas is a collection of stirring stories, essays, prayers and poems that will bring cheer to hearts of the young and old alike. The Spirit of Christmas defines the true meaning of Christmas. It is a message of peace and hope for a world that has been torn by divisions and corrupted by crass commercialism. Van Dyke adds a n... more »ew meaning to Christmas by offering sobering thoughts on what we can do during the season to preserve the nobility and awe that characterized Christ's birth. Among his suggestions are prayers and sermons.« less