| Author |
Walton, O. F., Mrs., 1849-1939 |
| Title |
Angel's Christmas, and, Little Dot
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| Original Publication |
London: The Religious Tract Society, 1905.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 90.3 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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| Summary |
"Angel's Christmas and Little Dot" by Mrs. O. F. Walton is a children's story that combines themes of hope, love, and the essence of kindness, likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows Angel, a young girl living in impoverished circumstances with her struggling family, particularly focusing on her hardships and innocent dreams, as well as the tender story of Little Dot, a child who befriends a grave-digger named Solomon amidst the serene yet somber backdrop of a cemetery. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Angel, the eldest daughter of Mrs. Blyth, as she helps her mother with the family's mangle to provide for their needs. Despite her tough life, Angel's innocence shines as she yearns to understand concepts like birthdays and kindness. Meanwhile, we meet Little Dot, a curious and compassionate girl who interacts with the grave-digger, Solomon, asking innocent questions about life and death while exhibiting an endearing fondness for flowers. Through their stories, the author touches on themes of mortality, compassion, and the quest for love and belonging, promising an uplifting message amidst the challenges faced by the characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Christian fiction
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| Subject |
Birthdays -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Death -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71977 |
| Release Date |
Oct 29, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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