X-mas sketches from the Dartmouth Literary Monthly by Edwin Osgood Grover

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Editor Grover, Edwin Osgood, 1870-1965
Title X-mas sketches from the Dartmouth Literary Monthly
Alternate Title Christmas sketches from the Dartmouth Literary Monthly
Original Publication United States: Republican Press Association, 1893.
Series Title "In green and white" series, vol. 1
Note Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents Suite Four, by H.C. Pearson -- Our winter birds, by Robert A. Campbell -- A New Year's legacy, by John H. Bartlett -- By proxy, by B.C. Taylor -- In the shadow of Sheep Mountain, by Edwin O. Grover -- Christmas Eve, a fantasy, by R.H. Fletcher -- Clancy's home-coming, by I.W. Bishop -- Music hath charms, by Dana D. Wallace -- The Sprig's ball, by William Gibbon -- Christmas Eve at the club, by Harry A. Terrel.
Credits Bob Taylor, Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Summary "X-mas Sketches from the Dartmouth Literary Monthly" by Edwin Osgood Grover is a collection of short stories and illustrations published in the late 19th century, specifically in 1893. This book serves as a festive compilation featuring various fictional narratives that reflect the literary ambitions of college students at Dartmouth College. The likely topic revolves around themes of love, holiday spirit, personal growth, and the everyday challenges faced by individuals, especially in the context of Christmas and New Year celebrations. The content of the book includes a variety of sketches that portray different characters and scenarios, all imbued with a sense of nostalgia and warmth appropriate for the holiday season. For instance, "Suite Four" tells the story of Ted Tracy, a struggling journalist who finds inspiration through a budding romance with a chorus girl. "Our Winter Birds" explores the beauty of winter wildlife, while "A New Year’s Legacy" presents a tale of familial struggles and redemption amidst a small community's celebration. Other stories delve into the complexities of human relationships, the festive yet poignant experiences of Christmas Eve, and the social gatherings that encapsulate the era's spirit, illustrating a charming intersection of personal stories and broader societal themes. Each sketch, with its unique characters and heartfelt narratives, contributes to a portrait of college life and the literary culture of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Christmas stories
Subject College students' writings, American -- New Hampshire -- Hanover
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EBook-No. 70291
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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