For the first time, author Quentin Schultze, who taught storytelling with screenwriter Jean Shepherd, reveals the "secret" parables that Shepherd included in his screenplay for A Christmas Story. Now you won't need a decoder ring to learn why the Old Man's leg lamp is his "trophy wife," why the bully is named "Scut," why there is a "Bumpus" in all of us, why Mom and the kids give a "Bronx cheer" after singing "Jingle Bells" in the Olds, and so much more. Take a fun-loving and insightful romp through the 20 life lessons in the Christmas classic, based exclusively on the author's friendship with Shepherd. Includes a special appendix on Shepherd's 7-step process for telling humorous stories; perfect for teachers, pastors, writers, leaders, and the like.¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ P.S. Turn on your leg lamp to read this amazing book at night! Includes line drawings, special text boxes, and trivia questions.