They Came to the Manger: Hearwarming Christmas Tales of Creatures Great and Small

by Guideposts (editor)

From the miracle at the manger in long ago Bethlehem, animals have long been associated with the Christmas story and with the joys of the season. Guideposts editors have collected more than 30 stories that will make you laugh, cry, smile, marvel, and remember each and every creature. Here are some of the stories included in this very special A woman finds comfort and solace with her barnyard friends as she spends her first Christmas separated from her husband. A young army private and his buddies are miraculously saved by a mysterious horse during the Battle of the Bulge. A woman fearful of swimming is befriended by dolphins. And even an Iguana named Igabella has the power to bring warmth and love to a family beset by personal tragedy. They Came to the Manger is the perfect gift for any animal lover!

192 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 2010

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Reviews

[Sharon Buxton · Rating 2 out of 5]

C-. fiction,multiple stories of animals and Christmas; although there were a few stories I didn't mind, most were just too sappy

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

There are some sweet stories in this book.

[Helen Southall · Rating 3 out of 5]

very inspirational Christmas vignettes.

[Brenda Martin · Rating 3 out of 5]

A great, cozy read for the holidays. I enjoy stories about animals.