02463cam a22003253u 4500 71907 UtSlPG 20260610134649.0 m cr n 260607r20231890utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Lamb, Ruth, 1829-1916 Arthur Glyn Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-10-18 Arthur Glyn's Christmas-box -- Six milestones: a Christmas memory -- Finished at Christmas -- A cuckoo in the nest -- Her Majesty's mail-bags -- Only a servant. "Arthur Glyn and Other Stories" by Ruth Lamb is a collection of narratives likely written in the late 19th century. The book features a range of stories, beginning with the titular tale "Arthur Glyn's Christmas Box," which introduces readers to the life of Arthur Worsley Glyn, a devoted curate facing various hardships in his life while aspiring to support his family and fulfill his duties. Throughout these stories, themes of self-sacrifice, familial love, and the essence of Christmas unfold. The opening of "Arthur Glyn and Other Stories" sets a somber tone against the backdrop of a drizzly Christmas, where the villagers lament the unseasonable weather that feels contrary to traditional festivities. We are introduced to Arthur Glyn, who reflects on his challenging life and the burdens he bears for his family's sake, particularly due to the irresponsible actions of his father. As Arthur navigates his emotions and struggles, he is portrayed as a figure of quiet strength and faith, embodying a hero’s mentality through selfless decision-making and steadfast commitment to his family. The subsequent stories promise to explore similar heartfelt themes, making the collection particularly appealing to readers interested in character-driven narratives centered around moral dilemmas and social responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: London: The Religious Tract Society, 1890 Christian life -- Juvenile fiction Children's stories Christmas -- Juvenile fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71907 112633 112633