Thanksgiving: Heart-Warming Stories for Children
George Eliot, Louisa May Alcott, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Andrew Lang, Eleanor H. Porter, Eugene Field, Edward Everett Hale, Susan Coolidge, Hezekiah Butterworth, Sarah Orne Jewett, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Albert F. Blaisdell, Alice Wheildon, Mary E. Wilkins Freeman, Maud Lindsay, Olive Thorne Miller, P.-J. Stahl, C. A. Stephens, Alfred Gatty, Phila Butler Bowman, Katherine Grace Hulbert, Isabel Gordon Curtis, Eleanor L. Skinner, Sheldon C. Stoddard, Kate Upson Clark, Francis K. Ball, Winthrop Packard, R. K. Munkittrick, E. S. Brooks, Agnes Carr, J. T. Trowbridge, L. B. Pingree, Emily Hewitt Leland, Sophie Swett, Fannie Wilder Brown, Annie Hamilton Donnell, Edna Payson Brett, Pauline Shackleford Colyar, H. R. Schoolcraft, Rose Terry Cooke
Publisher: Good Press
Summary
Thanksgiving: Heart-Warming Stories for Children" is a meticulously curated anthology that brings together a remarkable array of narratives celebrating the spirit of Thanksgiving. This collection transcends the boundaries of time and literary style, weaving together tales that capture the essence of gratitude, family, and the historical significance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The breadth of the compilation is showcased through a variety of genres, from essays to short stories, each picked for their poignant reflection on the themes of giving, sharing, and communal harmony. Standout pieces within the collection not only chronicle the quintessential Thanksgiving experience but also delve into deeper reflections on human kindness and the importance of community, making this anthology a rich tapestry of cultural and familial introspection. The contributing authors, including luminaries such as Harriet Beecher Stowe, Louisa May Alcott, and Lucy Maud Montgomery, bring a diverse set of perspectives and voices to the anthology. This ensemble of writers, hailing from different cultural backgrounds and time periods, converges on the common ground of Thanksgivings core values. Their collective works illuminate the evolving perceptions of the holiday, against the backdrop of significant historical, cultural, and literary movements. Through their narratives, these authors contribute to a shared cultural heritage, imbuing the collection with a depth that transcends its seasonal theme and offering insights into the human condition. "Thanksgiving: Heart-Warming Stories for Children" is an essential addition to the literary collection of readers young and old. It provides a unique opportunity to explore the rich tapestry of Thanksgiving through a multiplicity of lenseshistorical, cultural, and emotional. This anthology not only serves as an educational tool, fostering a deeper understanding of the holidays significance and its place within American culture but also as a source of inspiration, offering timeless lessons on empathy, generosity, and gratitude. Readers are invited to immerse themselves in this collection, to revel in the warmth of its stories, and to partake in the collective reflection on what it means to give thanks.
Available since: 12/02/2023.
Print length: 600 pages.
