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Title: Uncle Noah's Christmas Inspiration
Credits: E-text prepared by Al Haines
Summary: "Uncle Noah's Christmas Inspiration" by Leona Dalrymple is a heartwarming novella written in the early 20th century. This fictional work tells the story of Uncle Noah, a devoted servant on an old plantation, who navigates the challenges of Christmas with dignity and creativity amid his master's financial difficulties. The main theme revolves around the spirit of giving and the lengths one will go to preserve joy during the holidays. The narrative unfolds on Christmas Eve, where Uncle Noah faces the grim reality of having to prepare a turkey for dinner, a cherished family tradition, despite the plantation's declining fortunes. The story explores Uncle Noah’s deep affection for the turkey, Job, and his determination to save him from the dinner table by concocting a plan to substitute him with another turkey. As Uncle Noah embarks on a mission to gather resources for Christmas, he encounters a young woman who unknowingly helps him. In a delightful twist, the connections between the characters reveal the importance of reconciliation, love, and the true essence of Christmas. Ultimately, the story culminates in a joyous reunion and a festive holiday celebration, illustrating how compassion and creativity can rejuvenate the spirit during trying times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Dalrymple, Leona, 1884-1968
EBook No.: 15826
Published: May 15, 2005
Downloads: 91
Language: English
Subject: Christmas stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Uncle Noah's Christmas Inspiration
Credits: E-text prepared by Al Haines
Summary: "Uncle Noah's Christmas Inspiration" by Leona Dalrymple is a heartwarming novella written in the early 20th century. This fictional work tells the story of Uncle Noah, a devoted servant on an old plantation, who navigates the challenges of Christmas with dignity and creativity amid his master's financial difficulties. The main theme revolves around the spirit of giving and the lengths one will go to preserve joy during the holidays. The narrative unfolds on Christmas Eve, where Uncle Noah faces the grim reality of having to prepare a turkey for dinner, a cherished family tradition, despite the plantation's declining fortunes. The story explores Uncle Noah’s deep affection for the turkey, Job, and his determination to save him from the dinner table by concocting a plan to substitute him with another turkey. As Uncle Noah embarks on a mission to gather resources for Christmas, he encounters a young woman who unknowingly helps him. In a delightful twist, the connections between the characters reveal the importance of reconciliation, love, and the true essence of Christmas. Ultimately, the story culminates in a joyous reunion and a festive holiday celebration, illustrating how compassion and creativity can rejuvenate the spirit during trying times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Dalrymple, Leona, 1884-1968
EBook No.: 15826
Published: May 15, 2005
Downloads: 91
Language: English
Subject: Christmas stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.