The escape of Alice: A Christmas fantasy

Name: The escape of Alice: A Christmas fantasy
Author: Vincent Starrett

By Vincent Starrett

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A small illustrated girl slips out of her picture in an antiquarian shop and, after nibbling crumbs, rapidly grows to a schoolgirl’s size. A kindly old bookseller gives her a red-covered volume without payment on Christmas Eve, and she steps out into snowy city streets. She wanders through department stores crowded with many Santas and harried shoppers, noticing the sameness of the holiday rituals and the strain between generous sentiment and commercial excess. The tale mixes light fantasy and whimsy with gentle satire, contrasting the marvel of a storybook escape with the noisy, repetitive bustle of urban Christmas life.

About the Author

Vincent Starrett

Vincent Starrett was an American author and literary critic known for his contributions to the genre of fantasy and his explorations of the macabre. He is particularly recognized for his work "Arthur Machen: A Novelist of Ecstasy and Sin," which delves into the life and writings of the influential Welsh author Arthur Machen. Starrett's writing often reflects a fascination with the mysterious and the supernatural, as seen in his other notable works such as "Missing Men" and "The Escape of Alice: A Christmas Fantasy." His literary legacy includes a blend of critical analysis and imaginative storytelling, making him a distinctive voice in early 20th-century literature.