Aunt Jo's scrap-bag, Volume 6 : An old-fashioned Thanksgiving, etc. by Alcott
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"Aunt Jo's Scrap Bag, Volume 6" by Louisa May Alcott is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. This volume features various narratives, including themes of family life, adventure, and the innocence of childhood, showcasing Alcott's ability to capture the essence of her characters' experiences. The stories often resonate with readers through their relatable depictions of trials, joys, and whimsical occurrences. The opening portion of the collection introduces
the story "An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving," where we meet the Bassett family preparing for their Thanksgiving meal on their New Hampshire farm. The narrative paints a warm and inviting picture of rural life, underscored by the bustle of family members engaged in festive preparations. However, the atmosphere is disrupted when Mrs. Bassett receives distressing news about her ailing mother, leading to hurried arrangements and expressions of concern among the children. This sets the stage for themes of adversity and familial bonds, as the characters must navigate both the anticipation of their holiday and the worry for their loved one, showcasing Alcott's deft storytelling from the very outset. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Alcott, Louisa May, 1832-1888 |
|---|---|
| Title | Aunt Jo's scrap-bag, Volume 6 : An old-fashioned Thanksgiving, etc. |
| Contents | An old-fashioned Thanksgiving -- How it all happened -- The dolls' journey from Minnesota to Maine -- Morning-glories -- Shadow-children -- Poppy's pranks -- What the swallows did -- Little Gulliver -- The whale's story -- A strange island -- Fancy's friend. |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards, Katherine Ward and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27567 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-27567-3 |
| Release Date | Dec 19, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2185 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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