Christmas in Chicago by Fanny Butcher

"Christmas in Chicago" by Fanny Butcher is a festive narrative likely written in the early 20th century. This evocative piece blends elements of historical account and descriptive prose, capturing the spirit and transformation of Chicago during the Christmas season. The book reflects on urban growth and community spirit, likely portraying the themes of celebration and civic pride during a time of change. In this well-illustrated account, Butcher presents a vibrant depiction of Chicago at Christmas, illustrating the city's evolution from its humble beginnings to a bustling metropolis. She describes the grandeur of a massive Christmas tree standing as a symbol of unity amid a diverse population. Throughout the narrative, the author contrasts the simplicity of past Christmas celebrations with the contemporary festivities marked by opulence and modernity, emphasizing the city's burgeoning identity. The text explores nostalgic memories of the city's history while celebrating its newfound affluence, revealing both the charm and the challenges of urban growth during the holiday season. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Butcher, Fanny, 1888-1987
Illustrator Eliot, Theresa Garrett, 1884-1981
Title Christmas in Chicago
Original Publication Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1926.
Credits Bob Taylor, Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 59.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class GT: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Manners and customs
Subject Christmas -- Illinois -- Chicago
Subject Chicago (Ill.) -- Social life and customs
Category Text
eBook-No. 72002
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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