Published by William B. Gilley in 1821, “The Children’s Friend. Number III. A New-Year’s Present to the Little Ones from Five to Twelve”, is believed to be the first book published in America to include lithographic illustrations. This book includes a poem about “Santeclaus” along with eight colored illustrations.
However, what makes this book significant is the poem and illustrations are thought to be the earliest known visual representation of Santa Claus in a sleigh pulled by reindeer. The poem also marks Santa’s first appearance on Christmas Day rather than December 6, the feast day of St. Nicholas.
The Children’s Friend. Number III.
A New-Year’s Present to the Little Ones from Five to Twelve
by William B. Gilley, 1821
Old Santeclaus with much delight
His reindeer drives this frosty night.
O’er chimney tops, and tracks of snow,
To bring his yearly gifts to you.
The steady friend of virtuous youth,
The friend of duty, and of truth,
Each Christmas eve he joys to come
Where love and peace have made their home”
Through many houses he has been,
And various beds and stockings seen,
Some, white as snow, and neatly mended,
Others, that seem’d for pigs intended.
Where e’er I found good girls or boys,
That hated quarrels, strife and noise,
Left an apple, or a tart,
Or wooden gun, or painted cart;
To some I gave a pretty doll,
To some a peg-top, or a ball;
No crackers, cannons, squibs, or rockets,
To blow their eyes up, or their pockets.
No drums to stun their Mother’s ear,
Nor swords to make their sisters fear;
But pretty books to store their mind
With knowledge of each various kind.
But where I found the children naughty,
In manners rude, in temper haughty,
Thankless to parents, liars, swearers,
Boxers, or cheats, or base tale-bearers,
I left a long, black, birchen rod,
Such as the dread command of God
Directs a Parent’s hand to use
When virtue’s path his sons refuse
RUMOR: Jim Carrey’s The Grinch Getting A Sequel?
February 5, 2023
ATTENTION: THE FOLLOWING REPROT OF JIM CARREY RETURNING FOR THE GRINCH 2 IS A RUMOR. PLEASE TAKE THE FOLLOWING STORY WITH A GRAIN OF SALT.
The popular Dr. Seuss’ character The Grinch has been entertaining people of all ages for generations. From the original book form 1957, to the 1966 Chuck Jones animated short, and even to guests of the Universal Studios theme parks.
Perhaps the best known version is the live-action adaptation from 2000 that stars popular comedian Jim Carrey. This version is the one that the Universal Studios version is based on.
Jim Carrey was said to be the highlight of the film with his over exaggerated nature fitting well with a social outcast who has lived by themselves for decades. The film is also an interesting contrast between two extremes when it comes to the subject of Christmas. One obsessed with the materials and commercialism while the other rejects the traditions of kindness and togetherness. Only one knows the true spirit and is able to bring everyone together.
Despite this the film has garnered some criticisms for being different from the book. But it is the more popular and accepted adaptation when it comes to theatrical releases since the 2018 attempt by Illumination (starring Benedict Cumberbatch) wasn’t received as fondly.
But over two decades later a new report from Giant Freaking Robot via a “trusted source” it is reported that Jim Carrey will be returning to the role in a sequel. No details have been revealed about the potential plot.
There were other Grinch stories like the Halloween themed Grinch Night and the crossover The Grinch Grinches the Cat in the Hat. Just imagine Mike Myers’ Cat in the Hat making a return as well.
What do you think? Do you believe that Jim Carrey is returning to play the role of mean old Mister Grinch?
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