The Little City of Hope: A Christmas Story by F. Marion Crawford
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| Author | Crawford, F. Marion (Francis Marion), 1854-1909 |
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| Title | The Little City of Hope: A Christmas Story |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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Produced by Audrey Longhurst, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "The Little City of Hope: A Christmas Story" by F. Marion Crawford is a novel set in the early 20th century that explores themes of hope, despair, and the spirit of Christmas. The story follows John Henry Overholt, an inventor struggling to complete his Air-Motor while facing financial ruin and personal hardship. His dreams of success come into conflict with the realities of poverty, particularly as the festive season approaches, leaving him anxious about providing for his son, Newton. At the start of the narrative, we see John Henry grappling with the weight of his failed inventions and dwindling resources as he sits metaphorically on Pandora's box, representing his remaining hope. He reflects on his difficulties with funding, the absence of his wife, and the looming disappointment of a bleak Christmas for his son. Through his interactions with a neighbor, we learn of his past successes and the poor decisions leading to his current plight. The opening chapters establish a poignant connection between father and son, revealing Newton's innocence and practical outlook, while foreshadowing his determination to support his father against the backdrop of their shared struggles. Together, they embark on creative endeavors, building a model city that embodies hope and resilience, even as external circumstances threaten to extinguish their dreams. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14526 |
| Release Date | Dec 30, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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