Santa Claus's Partner by Thomas Nelson Page
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| Author | Page, Thomas Nelson, 1853-1922 |
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| Title | Santa Claus's Partner |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Santa Claus's Partner" by Thomas Nelson Page is a fictional narrative written in the late 19th century, which combines elements of Americana and Christmas folklore. The story centers around Berryman Livingstone, a wealthy and successful businessman who has become estranged from the joy of life and the spirit of Christmas. As the narrative unfolds, Livingstone grapples with feelings of loneliness, regret, and the realization that his relentless pursuit of wealth has led to a life devoid of genuine connections and happiness. At the start of the book, we meet Livingstone in his office on a snowy December evening, reflecting on his success and wealth. Despite his financial achievements, he feels an emptiness in his life, stemming from missed opportunities for love and friendship. The opening chapters reveal his interactions with clerks in his office, highlighting his authoritative yet detached demeanor. Livingstone's character is further developed as he recalls fond memories of Christmas from his youth, contrasting sharply with his present state. When he comes across the joyful sounds of children during the festive season, he comes to a pivotal realization about his own unhappiness and sets out to rectify it by enlisting the help of a little girl to bring Christmas cheer to the less fortunate. This burgeoning desire to connect and give back hints at a transformation that is likely to shape the rest of the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14624 |
| Release Date | Jan 6, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 67 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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