Mr. Bingle by George Barr McCutcheon

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Author McCutcheon, George Barr, 1866-1928
Title Mr. Bingle
Credits Etext produced by Charles Franks, Charles Aldarondo, and the
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Summary "Mr. Bingle" by George Barr McCutcheon is a novel written during the early 20th century, likely around the 1910s. The story centers around Mr. Thomas S. Bingle, a kind-hearted and gentle bookkeeper living in New York City, who shares a home with his wife, Mary. Despite their love for each other, they grapple with the heart-wrenching absence of children in their lives, which shapes their Christmas traditions and prompts them to invite the less fortunate into their home during the holidays, highlighting themes of kindness, loneliness, and the joy of giving. The opening of the novel introduces Mr. and Mrs. Bingle on Christmas Eve, filled with anticipation for their yearly gathering of children from the local community to celebrate the holiday. As they prepare their apartment and reflect on their longing for children, we meet the Sykes family, particularly the five excitable youngsters that bring vibrant energy to their otherwise quiet lives. Mr. Bingle is portrayed as a devoted man with a passion for reading "A Christmas Carol" to his guests, showcasing his sentimental nature and belief in the goodness of people. The narrative begins to build a backdrop that explores family, community, and the deep-seated yearning for parental connection, creating an emotional resonance that hints at the challenges and joys the Bingles will face as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction
Subject Christmas stories
Subject Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870. Christmas carol -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 5963
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 10, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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