Children of Christmas, and Others by Edith Matilda Thomas
"Children of Christmas, and Others" by Edith Matilda Thomas is a collection of poems and stories written in the early 20th century. The work is centered around themes of childhood, family, and the warmth of the Christmas season, exploring the innocence and joy that comes with it. The stories often feature children and their interactions with the holiday traditions, emphasizing the magic and spirit of Christmas through various narratives. The opening ofthe collection introduces a series of charming pieces, each reflecting on different aspects of Christmas and childhood. The first poem, "Cradle Song," rejoices in the birth of a child at Christmas, showcasing a tender and holy atmosphere. This is followed by delightful tales, such as a child's thoughtful preparations for Santa Claus and the adventurous spirit of finding a Christmas tree in Nome. Through these verses, the opening captures a nostalgic and heartwarming imagery of the holiday, inviting readers to revel in the simple joys and blessings that come from the season and its celebrations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Thomas, Edith Matilda, 1854-1925 |
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| Title | Children of Christmas, and Others |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Greg Bergquist, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry |
| Subject | Christmas -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40598 |
| Release Date | Aug 28, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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