The yule log : a series of stories for the young by Georgianna M. Bishop
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| Author | Bishop, Georgianna M. |
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| Title | The yule log : a series of stories for the young |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | The boy and his silver wings -- The sparrow and the fairy -- The princess and the rose -- The beauty in the mist -- The rich Persian and the statue -- The rose and the lily -- The golden cloak -- The wonderful bird -- The mermaid and her child. |
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| Summary | "The Yule Log: A Series of Stories for the Young" by Georgianna M. Bishop is a collection of enchanting tales written in the mid-19th century. The stories outlined in the introduction draw inspiration from Christmas traditions that celebrate warmth, family, and the spirit of storytelling during the festive season. The tales are designed to resonate with young readers, engaging their imagination through themes of wonder, magic, and moral lessons. The opening of the anthology introduces a tender tale about a young boy who becomes captivated by a star he sees from his balcony. This longing spurs fantastical dreams, leading him to meet an angel who gifts him a pair of silver wings, enabling him to fly to the star. The boy experiences joy and freedom but ultimately neglects the care of his wings, causing them to lose their power. As he grows up, he reflects on these lost opportunities and the joy he once felt, only to be reminded of them in his old age. This poignant narrative, filled with moral undertones, illustrates the importance of maintaining one’s dreams and aspirations throughout life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christian life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Subject | Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Christmas -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47897 |
| Release Date | Jan 6, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 4, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 97 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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