The Doctor's Christmas Eve by James Lane Allen
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| Author | Allen, James Lane, 1849-1925 |
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| LoC No. | 10028165 |
| Title | The Doctor's Christmas Eve |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "The Doctor's Christmas Eve" by James Lane Allen is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in a picturesque Kentucky landscape and revolves around Dr. Birney, a compassionate neighborhood physician navigating the trials of his profession while preparing for Christmas. The narrative intricately explores themes of familial bonds, childhood innocence, and the juxtaposition of festive celebration against the backdrop of illness and suffering. The opening of the novel introduces us to Dr. Birney's children, Elsie and Herbert, as they embark on an adventure through the snowy fields to join their father's Christmas celebration at a friend’s house. Through their lively banter and spirited imaginations, we observe the children's perspectives on their father and the nature of illness in their community. The vivid descriptions of their surroundings and their interactions convey a sense of joy and festive anticipation, contrasting with the weight of their father's responsibilities and the somber realities he faces. This duality sets the tone for a deeply reflective exploration of both the joy of life and the sadness that often accompanies it. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Subject | Physicians -- Fiction |
| Subject | Kentucky -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42923 |
| Release Date | Jun 12, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 64 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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