The Stow, Marion Cook 1875-1910 creator text utu 2021 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Child and the Dream: A Christmas Story" by Marion Cook Stow is a heartwarming children's tale written in the early 20th century. This book weaves a magical narrative that explores themes of innocence, creativity, and the spirit of giving. Through the eyes of a clever child, the story delves into the emotions and thoughts surrounding Christmas preparations, emphasizing the purity of intentions in selecting gifts for loved ones. The narrative follows a bright and imaginative child who is contemplating the perfect Christmas gift for her mother. As she engages with a whimsical character named Lady Arabella in her dream, the child learns about the nature of true beauty and worth that transcends physical appearance. The story culminates in the realization that love is the ultimate gift, leading the child to become more thoughtful and considerate. Ultimately, this enchanting tale serves as a reminder of the importance of genuine affection and connection during the holiday season, making it a delightful read for both children and adults alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2021-12-29 Charlene Taylor, Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Originally published: United States: The Metropolitan Press, 1908 Christmas stories PS United States: The Metropolitan Press, 1908 09000106 https://archive.org/details/childdreamchrist00cook/page/n9/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67034 https://archive.org/details/childdreamchrist00cook/page/n9/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67034 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134539.0 67034