This is a classic Christmas story by Adalbert Stifter, one of the most important Austrian writers of the 19th century. It tells the story of a poor family in the Austrian Alps and their experiences on Christmas Eve. With its vivid descriptions of nature and its emphasis on the spiritual aspects of the holiday, it is a timeless tale of hope and redemption.

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