A journey in search of Christmas by Owen Wister
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"A Journey in Search of Christmas" by Owen Wister is a novella written in the early 20th century. This work blends elements of fiction with a distinctive holiday theme, focusing on the essence of Christmas through the experiences of its central character, Lin McLean. The narrative explores the spirit of giving, connection, and personal transformation during a festive season while capturing the lively atmosphere typical of the American West during that era.
The story follows Lin McLean, a rugged cow-puncher, as he embarks on an adventure in search of the Christmas spirit. Initially detached from the holiday's significance, Lin's journey unfolds as he encounters various characters, including his friend Governor Barker, and engages with children and townsfolk who embody the essence of Christmas cheer. Through a series of events that lead him to a young boy named Billy Lusk, Lin grapples with feelings of responsibility, connection, and the true meaning of giving. As the narrative progresses, McLean's character evolves from self-centeredness to a deeper understanding of love and kindness, ultimately leading to a poignant conclusion that highlights the transformative power of the Christmas season. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wister, Owen, 1860-1938 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Remington, Frederic, 1861-1909 |
| Title | A journey in search of Christmas |
| Original Publication | New York: Harper & Brothers, 1904, pubdate 1905. |
| Note | Excerpted from the author's Lin McLean, #1385. |
| Credits | Richard Tonsing, Charlene Taylor, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Western stories |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 71547 |
| Release Date | Sep 2, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 352 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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