Too close fisted, and other stories by Ruth Lamb
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"Too Close Fisted, and Other Stories" by Ruth Lamb is a collection of moral tales likely written in the late 19th century. This book examines the themes of generosity, kindness, and the moral character of individuals within a community. Through various narratives, it reflects on human interactions, the consequences of actions, and the judgments society often makes. The stories within the collection revolve around the contrasting characters of two brothers, Mr. Burton
and Mr. James, exploring their differing attitudes towards wealth and generosity. Mr. Burton is depicted as frugal but ultimately thoughtful, choosing to help those in need in less conspicuous ways, while Mr. James, although appearing generous with his small gifts, lacks true depth in character and inadvertently contributes to the misfortunes of others, such as the old woman Ann Willis. Each narrative serves to illustrate lessons about human behavior and morality, emphasizing the importance of genuine kindness over superficial gestures. The collection ultimately presents a reflection on how one's actions reverberate in a close-knit community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Lamb, Ruth, 1829-1916 |
|---|---|
| Title | Too close fisted, and other stories |
| Alternate Title | Too close fisted, and other tales |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: The Religious Tract Society, 1886. |
| Contents | Too close fisted -- What came of a talk -- It is mother's way -- Nothing beats trying but doing. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 87.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories, English |
| Subject | Domestic fiction, English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 70836 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-70836-2 |
| Release Date | May 22, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 148 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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