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The bustling bakery on the waterfront is the heart of a snowy Buffalo Christmas, its windows glittering with wreaths, evergreen garlands, and a towering display tree bristling with candy‑coated toys. Herr Baumgärtner, a shrewd yet generous baker, runs the shop with his spirited daughter Katrina, whose tender heart and secret romance add a warm undercurrent to the holiday rush. Their confectionery – from crisp rye loaves to spiced Lebkuchen and delicate marzipan – draws townsfolk and children alike, turning the establishment into a seasonal wonderland.
Across town, the modest M’Carty household fumbles with its own festive plans. Widow M’Carty, surrounded by caring but weary relatives, hopes for a miracle when a pair of unconventional Christmas puddings makes its way into their modest kitchen. As the two families’ worlds intersect, the story unfolds with gentle humor, tender misunderstandings, and the inevitable charm of a holiday that promises more than just sweets.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (107K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David T. Jones, Matthew Wheaton, Mardi Desjardins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at http://www.pgdpcanada.netCanada Team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net
Release date
2012-05-21
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
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