Christmas Roses and Other Stories by Anne Douglas Sedgwick
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| Author | Sedgwick, Anne Douglas, 1873-1935 |
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| Title | Christmas Roses and Other Stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | Christmas roses -- Hepaticas -- Daffodils -- Pansies -- Pink foxgloves -- Carnations -- Staking a larkspur -- Evening primroses -- Autumn crocuses. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Christmas Roses and Other Stories" by Anne Douglas Sedgwick is a collection of fictional narratives written in the early 20th century. The opening story centers on Mrs. Delafield, a widowed and childless woman reflecting on her life while tending to Christmas roses in her garden, which symbolize resilience and hope amidst sorrow. As she grapples with memories of her losses and familial obligations, she is drawn into the complexities of her niece Rhoda's tumultuous relationships. The beginning of the story introduces Mrs. Delafield as she finds solace in her garden, particularly in the vibrant Christmas roses that bloom despite the winter chill. The flowers evoke memories of Christmas and life’s miracles, prompting her to draw parallels between their persistence and her own strength in the face of grief. As she prepares to address a troubling letter from her brother regarding Rhoda and her reckless romantic choices, the narrative hints at a family dynamic filled with expectation and concern, foreshadowing the potential impact Mrs. Delafield's decisions will have on her niece's future and the fragile bond between them. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | United States -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40650 |
| Release Date | Sep 2, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 77 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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