How John Norton the Trapper Kept His Christmas by W. H. H. Murray
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"How John Norton the Trapper Kept His Christmas" by W. H. H. Murray is a fictional narrative written in the late 19th century. The story centers around John Norton, an old trapper living in a remote cabin in the woods, who reflects on the true spirit of Christmas while preparing to help a family in need. The opening sets a picturesque scene of solitude and contemplation, hinting at themes of generosity and
the warmth of human connection. The beginning of the story presents John Norton on Christmas Eve, alone in his cabin, sharing his thoughts as he reads a book by the fire with his two hounds beside him. He muses over the meaning of the season, contemplating his responsibilities to those less fortunate. When he realizes the potential suffering of a woman and her children living nearby, he resolves to prepare a basket of supplies for them. As he makes his plans, the arrival of his friend Wild Bill, who brings an unexpected heavy box, adds an element of surprise and anticipation for the ensuing Christmas festivities, suggesting that the true spirit of Christmas is about giving and compassion towards others. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Murray, W. H. H. (William Henry Harrison), 1840-1904 |
|---|---|
| Title | How John Norton the Trapper Kept His Christmas |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Subject | Friendship -- Fiction |
| Subject | Gifts -- Fiction |
| Subject | Hunting stories |
| Subject | Trappers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Charity -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38279 |
| Release Date | Dec 11, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 313 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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