TY  - BOOK
AU  - Clark,Kate McCosh
AU  - Reischek,Andreas
AU  - Thomas,A.P.W.
AU  - Atkinson,Robert
TI  - A Southern Cross fairy tale
AV  - PZ 
PY  - 2023///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Fantasy literature
KW  - Animals -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Birds -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Christmas -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Māori (New Zealand people) -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - New Zealand -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Dreams -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Geysers -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Fairy tales -- New Zealand
N1  - Some illustrations by the author; Release date is 2023-01-13; Jason Isbell, Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was made using scans of public domain works in the International Children's Digital Library.); Originally published; United Kingdom: Sampson Low, Marston, Searle & Rivington, 1891
N2  - "A Southern Cross Fairy Tale" by Kate McCosh Clark is a children's story written in the late 19th century. This enchanting tale unfolds on Christmas Eve in a New Zealand setting, diverging from traditional Western winter-themed celebrations by highlighting the unique flora and fauna of the region. The narrative follows two young siblings, Hal and Cis, as they embark on a magical adventure guided by the youthful representation of Santa Claus.  The opening of the story beautifully establishes the warm and whimsical atmosphere of a summer Christmas in New Zealand. Hal and Cis are eager to pick flowers for their mother, reflecting the innocence and joy of childhood. Their playful conversations reveal their close bond and set the stage for the enchanting journey that follows when Santa Claus surprises them during the night. Through vibrant descriptions and charming interactions, the kids step into a fantastical world filled with talking animals, dancing fairies, and the wonders of nature, leading to an exciting exploration of their surroundings and a heartfelt Christmas experience that celebrates family, love, and the unique beauty of their coastal home. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/69782
ER  -