Christmas with Grandma Elsie by Martha Finley

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Author Finley, Martha, 1828-1909
Title Christmas with Grandma Elsie
Credits E-text prepared by Suzanne Shell, Mary Meehan, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Christmas with Grandma Elsie" by Martha Finley is a heartwarming novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the festive preparations for Christmas, showcasing themes of family love, generosity, and the joy of giving. The central character, Grandma Elsie, is depicted as a nurturing matriarch whose home serves as a gathering place for family and friends during the holiday season, highlighting the importance of community and togetherness. The opening of the book introduces us to a picturesque winter landscape and the excitement of the Travilla family as they plan for a sleigh ride after being confined indoors due to inclement weather. The narrative reveals the strong familial bonds between the characters, particularly between the children and their parents, as they express delight in the beauty of nature and their shared experiences. As they discuss their plans for the day, the groundwork is laid for a festive gathering that promises joy, love, and the spirit of giving, both within their own family and towards those in need. This initial glimpse establishes the light-hearted yet reflective tone of the novel, inviting readers to join in the warmth of the holiday season with Grandma Elsie and her loved ones. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Christmas stories
Subject Dinsmore, Elsie (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 14534
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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