The Blossoming Rod by Mary Stewart Cutting
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"The Blossoming Rod" by Mary Stewart Cutting is a heartwarming novel written in the early 20th century. The book captures the essence of family life during the Christmas season, exploring themes of love, sacrifice, and personal fulfillment. The storyline centers around Mr. Langshaw, a devoted father and husband, who grapples with his desires as he navigates the financial and emotional constraints of providing for his family. The plot unfolds as Langshaw becomes
enamored with a beautiful trout-rod he wishes to buy for himself but feels guilty about spending money on his own desires when there are so many family needs. Throughout the story, the dynamics of family relationships play out, highlighting Langshaw's concern for his children's behavior, particularly his son George. As Christmas approaches, Langshaw is surprised by the loving sacrifices made by his wife and children. The culmination of their efforts results in a beautifully wrapped gift of the trout-rod he longed for, symbolizing not just a fishing accessory but the love and thoughtfulness of his family. The narrative captures a profound appreciation for family bonds and the joy of giving during the festive season. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Cutting, Mary Stewart, 1851-1924 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Blossoming Rod |
| Credits | E-text prepared by James LaTondre and the Project Gutenbert Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 14946 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-14946-2 |
| Release Date | Feb 7, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 434 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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