Christmas for Tad: A Story of Mary and Abraham Lincoln by Helen Topping Miller
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"Christmas for Tad: A Story of Mary and Abraham Lincoln" by Helen Topping Miller is a historical children's book written in the mid-20th century. This narrative unfolds during the tumultuous backdrop of the American Civil War, specifically in December 1863, focusing on the personal and familial life of President Abraham Lincoln and his son Tad. The likely topic of the book revolves around the holiday spirit of Christmas as experienced by a
young boy in a preeminent political household, emphasizing themes of family, loss, and hope amidst the ongoing war. The story centers on Tad Lincoln, the youngest son of Abraham Lincoln, as he eagerly awaits Christmas with the typical exuberance of a ten-year-old. Throughout the narrative, Tad's interactions with his father portray a blend of innocence and the stark realities of war, such as the sorrow over lost family and dear friends. The book captures moments of tenderness as Tad seeks a nanny goat he once cherished, highlighting his desire for connection and comfort. Amid the tension of the ongoing conflict, Christmas brings unexpected joy as soldiers surprise Tad with a new nanny goat, a poignant symbol of hope and the holiday spirit that triumphs even in hard times. Through a series of engaging and heartwarming exchanges, Miller presents a snapshot of Lincoln’s family life, showcasing a balance of duty and affection during a period marked by grief and turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Miller, Helen Topping, 1884-1960 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 56010108 |
| Title | Christmas for Tad: A Story of Mary and Abraham Lincoln |
| Credits | Tim Lindell, Stephen Hutcheson, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Subject | Biographical fiction |
| Subject | Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Presidents -- United States -- Fiction |
| Subject | Lincoln, Mary Todd, 1818-1882 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Lincoln, Thomas, 1853-1871 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 65810 |
| Release Date | Jul 9, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 340 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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