A Christmas Story by Samuel W. Francis

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Author Francis, Samuel W. (Samuel Ward), 1835-1886
Title A Christmas Story
Man in His Element: or, A New Way to Keep House
Note Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "A Christmas Story" by Samuel W. Francis is a humorous narrative published in the mid-19th century. This book blends elements of comedy and domestic life as it explores the themes of housekeeping and gender roles during a time when such responsibilities were traditionally assigned to women. The story revolves around the contrasts between a bachelor’s views and the challenges faced by a woman managing a household. The narrative follows two main characters, William d'Aubrey and his widowed sister, Mary. The plot begins with Mary expressing her frustration over the difficulties of managing the household and the unpredictable nature of their servants. In a playful agreement, William proposes to take over the housekeeping duties for a brief period, believing he can simplify their domestic life. As he implements his own methods, he finds humor in the peculiarities of servant dynamics and the domestic sphere, leading to a series of amusing interactions and revelations. The story ultimately examines the social expectations of the time, showcasing the absurdities of both male and female approaches to domestic management. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Siblings -- Fiction
Subject Housekeeping -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 18770
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jul 8, 2006
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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