The Mouse and The Moonbeam by Eugene Field
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"The Mouse and The Moonbeam" by Eugene Field is a children's story written in the early 20th century. This charming tale combines elements of fantasy and Christmas folklore, focusing on the whimsical experiences of a little mauve mouse during Christmas Eve. The narrative explores themes of belief, innocence, and the joys of the holiday season. The story centers around a little mauve mouse who is excited for Christmas and believes in the
magic of Santa Claus. As she shares her thoughts with an old clock, she recounts the cautionary tale of her sister, Squeaknibble, who doubted Santa Claus and met a tragic end at the hands of a cunning cat. In between, a moonbeam weaves a narrative about a shepherd boy named Dimas and his encounter with the little Master on a hilltop, connecting the themes of faith and redemption. Ultimately, the story underscores the importance of belief in good and the enduring spirit of Christmas, culminating in a poetic reflection on joy and the celebration of Christ's birth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Field, Eugene, 1850-1895 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Mouse and The Moonbeam |
| Credits |
Produced by Louise Hope, David Edwards 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: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27697 |
| Release Date | Jan 4, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 340 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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