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Title: Arthur Glyn : and other stories

Original Publication: London: The Religious Tract Society, 1890.

Note: Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Contents: Arthur Glyn's Christmas-box -- Six milestones: a Christmas memory -- Finished at Christmas -- A cuckoo in the nest -- Her Majesty's mail-bags -- Only a servant.

Summary: "Arthur Glyn and Other Stories" by Ruth Lamb is a collection of narratives likely written in the late 19th century. The book features a range of stories, beginning with the titular tale "Arthur Glyn's Christmas Box," which introduces readers to the life of Arthur Worsley Glyn, a devoted curate facing various hardships in his life while aspiring to support his family and fulfill his duties. Throughout these stories, themes of self-sacrifice, familial love, and the essence of Christmas unfold. The opening of "Arthur Glyn and Other Stories" sets a somber tone against the backdrop of a drizzly Christmas, where the villagers lament the unseasonable weather that feels contrary to traditional festivities. We are introduced to Arthur Glyn, who reflects on his challenging life and the burdens he bears for his family's sake, particularly due to the irresponsible actions of his father. As Arthur navigates his emotions and struggles, he is portrayed as a figure of quiet strength and faith, embodying a hero’s mentality through selfless decision-making and steadfast commitment to his family. The subsequent stories promise to explore similar heartfelt themes, making the collection particularly appealing to readers interested in character-driven narratives centered around moral dilemmas and social responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Lamb, Ruth, 1829-1916

EBook No.: 71907

Published: Oct 18, 2023

Downloads: 61

Language: English

Subject: Christian life -- Juvenile fiction

Subject: Children's stories

Subject: Christmas -- Juvenile fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:71907:2 2023-10-18T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Lamb, Ruth en 1
2024-11-10T12:37:49Z Arthur Glyn : and other stories

This edition has images.

Title: Arthur Glyn : and other stories

Original Publication: London: The Religious Tract Society, 1890.

Note: Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Contents: Arthur Glyn's Christmas-box -- Six milestones: a Christmas memory -- Finished at Christmas -- A cuckoo in the nest -- Her Majesty's mail-bags -- Only a servant.

Summary: "Arthur Glyn and Other Stories" by Ruth Lamb is a collection of narratives likely written in the late 19th century. The book features a range of stories, beginning with the titular tale "Arthur Glyn's Christmas Box," which introduces readers to the life of Arthur Worsley Glyn, a devoted curate facing various hardships in his life while aspiring to support his family and fulfill his duties. Throughout these stories, themes of self-sacrifice, familial love, and the essence of Christmas unfold. The opening of "Arthur Glyn and Other Stories" sets a somber tone against the backdrop of a drizzly Christmas, where the villagers lament the unseasonable weather that feels contrary to traditional festivities. We are introduced to Arthur Glyn, who reflects on his challenging life and the burdens he bears for his family's sake, particularly due to the irresponsible actions of his father. As Arthur navigates his emotions and struggles, he is portrayed as a figure of quiet strength and faith, embodying a hero’s mentality through selfless decision-making and steadfast commitment to his family. The subsequent stories promise to explore similar heartfelt themes, making the collection particularly appealing to readers interested in character-driven narratives centered around moral dilemmas and social responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Lamb, Ruth, 1829-1916

EBook No.: 71907

Published: Oct 18, 2023

Downloads: 61

Language: English

Subject: Christian life -- Juvenile fiction

Subject: Children's stories

Subject: Christmas -- Juvenile fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:71907:3 2023-10-18T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Lamb, Ruth en 1