Christmas Comes but Once a Year Showing What Mr. Brown Did, Thought, and Intended to Do, During That Festive Season.

"Christmas Comes but Once a Year" by John Leighton is a funny story set in London that follows Mr. John Brown, a well-to-do man, as he and his family experience the craziness of Christmas with their odd neighbors. You’ll meet the Browns—Mr. Brown, his wife, and their two daughters—plus other funny characters like Captain de Camp. The story shows all the Christmas preparations, with funny details about their home, their goals, and how they act with their neighbors. Mr. Brown is a nice guy but clumsy, trying to do what his family and friends want while everything around him goes wrong. The writing style is light and funny, hinting at a fun and teasing look at how society acts during Christmas, promising a story full of mistakes and sweet moments.