
audiobook
by Sarah P. (Sarah Parsons) Doughty
PLAYING SANTA CLAUS, AND Other Christmas Tales.
PREFACE.
PLAYING SANTA CLAUS.
NOTHING TO GIVE.
WILLIE’S GOLD DOLLAR.
THE THANKSGIVING PARTY.
A CHRISTMAS STORY.
APRIL FOOL’S DAY.
THE CHRISTMAS-TREE.
A DREAM.
A charming handful of Victorian‑era Christmas tales invites listeners into the warm, bustling homes and lively streets of a bygone season. Through the eyes of eager children, the stories explore simple yet powerful ideas—how a tiny gesture can brighten a neighbor’s night, and how the spirit of giving can lift even the coldest hearts. The opening vignette, with two sisters dreaming of becoming Santa for the less‑fortunate, sets a gentle, hopeful tone that carries through every page.
The collection moves from the playful scheme of “Playing Santa Claus” to the quiet wonder of “The Little Match Boy” and the sparkle of “The Christmas Tree,” each story sprinkling a different shade of holiday kindness. Alongside lighthearted mischief, there are tender moments that remind listeners that generosity need not be grand to be meaningful. Ideal for families gathering around the fire, these tales encourage listeners of all ages to cherish compassion and share a little extra joy this season.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (211K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2017-05-28
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1821–1884
A 19th-century American writer for children, she filled her books with short tales, rhymes, and moral lessons meant to entertain young readers while gently shaping character. Her work also reached beyond fiction, including a life of Emanuel Swedenborg and other religiously themed writing.
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