The Thanksgiving Storybook
Over 60 Holiday Tales & PoemsBy Harriet Beecher Stowe, Louisa May Alcott, Nora Perry, Andrew Lang, George Eliot, Annie Hamilton Donnell, Mary Jane Holmes, Eugene Field, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Alfred Henry Lewis, O. Henry, Hezekiah Butterworth, Edward Everett Hale, Sarah Orne Jewett, Susan Coolidge, Amy Ella Blanchard, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Cornelius Mathews, Olive Thorne Miller, Alfred Gatty, Ida Hamilton Munsell, Eleanor H. Porter, C. A. Stephens, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Horatio Alger, Rose Terry Cooke, Edna Payson Brett, Isabel Gordon Curtis, Fannie Wilder Brown, Alice Wheildon, Pauline Shackleford Colyar, H. R. Schoolcraft
Length36h
About this audiobook
The Thanksgiving Storybook is a monumental collection that encapsulates the gratitude and familial warmth traditionally associated with this beloved American holiday. This anthology stretches across various literary styles and genres, from heartfelt narratives and poignant poetry to whimsical fables, capturing the multifaceted essence of Thanksgiving. Readers will encounter stories that navigate the intricate themes of family, community, and resilience, resonating with contemporary audiences while maintaining a timeless charm. The inclusion of both revered classics and lesser-known gems ensures a diverse tapestry of voices and experiences that enrich the collection. The distinguished array of authors featured in The Thanksgiving Storybook includes literary giants such as Louisa May Alcott, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Charlotte Perkins Gilman, alongside other influential voices from the 19th and early 20th centuries. These contributors offer unique insights into the traditions and societal nuances of their eras, providing readers with both historical context and universal truths. The anthology aligns with pivotal cultural and literary movements, such as the sentimental and reformative literature of the time, revealing how Thanksgiving serves as both a backdrop and a catalyst for broader discussions on morality, community, and identity. For readers and scholars alike, The Thanksgiving Storybook offers a rare opportunity to immerse oneself in a rich and varied literary landscape. The collection's breadth of insights, coupled with its emphasis on gratitude and communal ties, promises to educate and engage. It invites readers to reflect on the intertwining of personal and cultural narratives that define the Thanksgiving tradition, fostering a dialogue between the diverse authors' works that persists beyond the page. This anthology is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of this quintessentially American holiday through the lens of literary excellence.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction
Length36 hrs
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 17, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. GENEALOGY AND PARENTAGE
2CHAPTER II. CHILDHOOD
3CHAPTER III. FRUITLANDS
4CHAPTER IV. THE SENTIMENTAL PERIOD
5CHAPTER V. AUTHORSHIP
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6CHAPTER VI. THE YEAR OF GOOD LUCK
7CHAPTER VII. HOSPITAL SKETCHES
8CHAPTER VIII. EUROPE AND LITTLE WOMEN
9CHAPTER IX. EUROPE
10CHAPTER X. FAMILY CHANGES
11CHAPTER XI. LAST YEARS
12CHAPTER XII. CONCLUSION
13Aunt Susanna's Thanksgiving Dinner (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
14The Genesis of the Doughnut Club (Lucy Maud Montgomery)
15Two Thanksgiving Day Gentlemen (O. Henry)
16The Purple Dress (O. Henry)
17An English Dinner of Thanksgiving (George Eliot)
18Ezra's Thanksgivin' Out West (Eugene Field)
19Three Thanksgivings (Charlotte Perkins Gilman)
20John Inglefield's Thanksgiving (Nathaniel Hawthorne)
21Helen's Thanksgiving (Susan Coolidge)
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23II
24III
25IV
26V
27VI
28VII
29Millionaire Mike's Thanksgiving (Eleanor H. Porter)
30The Thanksgiving of the Wazir (Andrew Lang)
31The Master of the Harvest (Mrs. Alfred Gatty)
32A Wolfville Thanksgiving (Alfred Henry Lewis)
33How We Kept Thanksgiving at Oldtown (Harriet Beecher Stowe)
34The Thanksgiving Guest (Nora Perry)
35CHAPTER I
36CHAPTER II
37CHAPTER I. NIGHT BEFORE THANKSGIVING
38CHAPTER II. THANKSGIVING DAY
39CHAPTER III. ADA HARCOURT
40CHAPTER IV. LUCY
41CHAPTER V. UNCLE ISRAEL
42CHAPTER VI. EXPLANATION
43CHAPTER VII. A MANEUVER
44CHAPTER VIII. COUSIN BERINTHA AND LUCY'S PARTY
45CHAPTER IX. A WEDDING AT ST. LUKE'S
46CHAPTER X. A SURPRISE
47CHAPTER XI. LIZZIE
48The Night before Thanksgiving (Sarah Orne Jewett)
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