Colonel Carter's Christmas and The Romance of an Old-Fashioned Gentleman by Smith
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"Colonel Carter's Christmas and The Romance of an Old-Fashioned Gentleman" by F. Hopkinson Smith is a light-hearted novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Colonel George Fairfax Carter, a charming and genteel character whose interactions reveal his values of hospitality, honor, and loyalty. The narrative unfolds during the Christmas season and features a cast that includes his beloved Aunt Nancy and a host of other acquaintances, reflecting the
themes of friendship, generosity, and the complexities of human relationships against a festive backdrop. The opening of the story introduces us to the Colonel's world in New York, where he reminisces about past gatherings, particularly one involving a duel challenge against a financier named Mr. Klutchem. As the narrative progresses, there's a palpable tension regarding the Colonel's financial ambitions tied to a railroad project. We see him interact with his old servant Chad, and his friend Fitz, amidst preparations for the Christmas festivities. The stage is set for both celebration and potential conflict, particularly with the arrival of Klutchem and his daughter, who add further intrigue to the Colonel's spirited life. Overall, the beginning suggests a blend of humor, warmth, and a touch of drama as the characters navigate their relationships during the holiday season. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Smith, Francis Hopkinson, 1838-1915 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Keller, Arthur Ignatius, 1866-1924 |
| Illustrator | Yohn, F. C. (Frederick Coffay), 1875-1933 |
| Title | Colonel Carter's Christmas and The Romance of an Old-Fashioned Gentleman |
| Credits |
Produced by D Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Subject | Virginia -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27741 |
| Release Date | Jan 7, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 6694 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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