The Christmas Angel by Abbie Farwell Brown

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Author Brown, Abbie Farwell, 1871-1927
Title The Christmas Angel
Note Reading ease score: 85.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Suzanne Shell, Elaine Walker and the Online Distributed
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Summary "The Christmas Angel" by Abbie Farwell Brown is a heartwarming children's story that was published in the early 20th century, likely reflecting the values and sentiments of that period. This charming tale focuses on themes of generosity, the spirit of Christmas, and the rediscovery of familial bonds, presenting a narrative that encapsulates the holiday spirit through the lens of redemption and connection. The story follows Miss Angelina Terry, a lonely and curmudgeonly woman who believes Christmas is merely an occasion for wastefulness and self-indulgence. On Christmas Eve, she stumbles upon an old play box filled with discarded toys, including a pink papier-mâché Angel that evokes painful memories of her childhood. Instead of throwing the toys away, she tests the holiday spirit by discarding them on the street, observing the reactions of passersby. Through a series of vignettes involving the toys and their new owners, the Christmas Angel appears as a symbol of hope and goodwill. Ultimately, the story reunites Miss Terry with her estranged brother Tom and a little girl named Mary, suggesting that the true essence of Christmas lies in love, connection, and the joy of giving. The narrative showcases a transformation in Miss Terry's character, illustrating that it is never too late to embrace the spirit of generosity and togetherness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Christmas stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 15709
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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