Skipping Christmas

Historical Context and Significance

John Grisham's book «Skipping Christmas», published in 2001, is a satirical comedy exploring the pressures and commercialization of Christmas in modern society. The story of a family deciding to skip the traditional Christmas celebration to avoid stress and financial costs raises questions about the true values and meaning of the holiday. The book gained popularity due to its light and humorous style, as well as the relevance of its theme for many readers tired of the excessive commercialization of the holidays. Its influence was amplified by the 2004 film adaptation titled «Christmas with the Kranks», starring Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis, which drew even more attention to it and made it part of the Christmas cultural tradition.