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Title:
Holidays at the Grange; or, A Week's Delight
Games and Stories for Parlor and Fireside
Note: Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Martin Pettit and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Holidays at the Grange; or, A Week's Delight" by Emily Mayer Higgins is a collection of holiday-themed stories and games written in the late 19th century. The narrative focuses on the joyous gathering of the Wyndham family and their young friends as they come together to celebrate Christmas at the family homestead, known as the Grange. With a delightful mix of games, tales, and festive spirit, the book offers a nostalgic glimpse into the warmth and camaraderie of familial bonds during the holiday season. The opening of the work introduces readers to the cozy setting of the Grange, where Uncle John and Aunt Lucy warmly host their numerous young relatives, including Cousin Mary and a group of lively children eager to enjoy Christmas Eve together. As they gather around the fireplace, excitement fills the air as gifts from Kriss-Kinkle (Santa Claus) are exchanged, and delightful games such as "Consequences" are introduced to amplify their merriment. The scene is painted with vibrant descriptions of the setting, characters, and various activities, establishing a foundation for the wholesome stories and cherished traditions that unfold throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Higgins, Emily Mayer
EBook No.: 18907
Published: Jul 25, 2006
Downloads: 84
Language: English
Subject: Children's stories
Subject: Amusements -- Juvenile literature
Subject: Indoor games -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Holidays at the Grange; or, A Week's Delight
Games and Stories for Parlor and Fireside
Note: Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Martin Pettit and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Holidays at the Grange; or, A Week's Delight" by Emily Mayer Higgins is a collection of holiday-themed stories and games written in the late 19th century. The narrative focuses on the joyous gathering of the Wyndham family and their young friends as they come together to celebrate Christmas at the family homestead, known as the Grange. With a delightful mix of games, tales, and festive spirit, the book offers a nostalgic glimpse into the warmth and camaraderie of familial bonds during the holiday season. The opening of the work introduces readers to the cozy setting of the Grange, where Uncle John and Aunt Lucy warmly host their numerous young relatives, including Cousin Mary and a group of lively children eager to enjoy Christmas Eve together. As they gather around the fireplace, excitement fills the air as gifts from Kriss-Kinkle (Santa Claus) are exchanged, and delightful games such as "Consequences" are introduced to amplify their merriment. The scene is painted with vibrant descriptions of the setting, characters, and various activities, establishing a foundation for the wholesome stories and cherished traditions that unfold throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Higgins, Emily Mayer
EBook No.: 18907
Published: Jul 25, 2006
Downloads: 84
Language: English
Subject: Children's stories
Subject: Amusements -- Juvenile literature
Subject: Indoor games -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.