Thanksgiving: Heart-Warming Stories for Children - A Tapestry of Thanksgiving Tales: A Rich Collection of Heart-Warming Stories
George Eliot, Louisa May Alcott, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Andrew Lang, Eleanor H. Porter, Eugene Field, Edward Everett Hale, Susan Coolidge, Hezekiah Butterworth, Sarah Orne Jewett, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Albert F. Blaisdell, Alice Wheildon, Mary E. Wilkins Freeman, Maud Lindsay, Olive Thorne Miller, P.-J. Stahl, C. A. Stephens, Alfred Gatty, Phila Butler Bowman, Katherine Grace Hulbert, Isabel Gordon Curtis, Eleanor L. Skinner, Sheldon C. Stoddard, Kate Upson Clark, Francis K. Ball, Winthrop Packard, R. K. Munkittrick, E. S. Brooks, Agnes Carr, J. T. Trowbridge, L. B. Pingree, Emily Hewitt Leland, Sophie Swett, Fannie Wilder Brown, Annie Hamilton Donnell, Edna Payson Brett, Pauline Shackleford Colyar, H. R. Schoolcraft, Rose Terry Cooke
Maison d'édition: Good Press
Synopsis
The anthology 'Thanksgiving: Heart-Warming Stories for Children' offers a delightful tapestry of narratives that celebrate gratitude, family, and the myriad emotions associated with the holiday. Encompassing an array of literary styles from sentimental to whimsical, this collection is set within the rich tradition of American literature and its vast narrative forms. Each story is crafted with warmth and tenderness, capturing the essence of Thanksgiving through diverse lenses, much like the patchwork quilt of experiences that the holiday itself represents. These tales provide a sequential journey through moments of thankfulness and discovery, with each work holding its own distinctive glow without the need for individual attribution. This collection brings together the voices of celebrated authors such as Harriet Beecher Stowe, Louisa May Alcott, and Nathaniel Hawthorne, alongside other gifted writers like Lucy Maud Montgomery and Sarah Orne Jewett, each contributing to the festive narrative. These authors, known for their roles in defining literary movements such as Realism and American Romanticism, enrich the anthology with a wealth of cultural and historical insights. Their collective contributions afford a nuanced portrayal of Thanksgiving, whose very spirit aligns with themes prevalent in their respective oeuvres, thus providing a window into a bygone societal ethos. For readers eager to explore the intricate weave of 19th and early 20th-century American literature, 'Thanksgiving: Heart-Warming Stories for Children' offers a unique opportunity. This anthology not only serves as an educational vessel but also fosters an engaging dialogue across its diverse set of voices. Whether for academic exploration or personal enjoyment, it promises to enrich readers with its profound insights into gratitude, community, and familial bonds, offering a heartening respite and reflection during the holiday season.
Disponible depuis: 02/12/2023.
Longueur d'impression: 600 pages.
