Trifles for the Christmas Holidays

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Armstrong, Henry S.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Trifles for the Christmas Holidays" by H. S. Armstrong is a collection of holiday-themed stories written in the late 19th century. The work seems to explore the nuances of Christmas celebrations, touching on various characters and their memorable experiences during this festive time. The narrative likely blends humor and heartfelt moments, showcasing the joy and complexities of the holiday season. The opening of the collection sets a vibrant scene of a Christmas morning, filled with the sounds and sights of joy. It describes a family preparing for the holiday with an air of excitement, from children eagerly awaiting gifts to bustling kitchen activities led by housemaids, including a cacophony of holiday chores and festivities. The tone is cheerful, emphasizing the warmth of family gatherings and the innocence of childhood. The protagonist reflects on the happiness and gratitude associated with the holiday, creating an inviting atmosphere for readers to dive into the stories, which promise both lightheartedness and emotional depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The Overture

A Christmas Melody

Story of a Beast

Leaves in the Life of an Idler

Mr. Butterby Records His Case

Diamonds and Hearts.

Credits:

Produced by Curtis Weyant, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images produced by the Wright American Fiction Project.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-01-21