TY - BOOK AU - Lynn,Ruth,active approximately 1876-1880 TI - Corrie AV - PZ PY - 2025/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Christian life -- Juvenile fiction KW - Christmas stories KW - Friendship -- Juvenile fiction KW - Siblings -- Juvenile fiction KW - Children with disabilities -- Juvenile fiction KW - Poverty -- Juvenile fiction KW - Fatherless families -- Juvenile fiction N1 - Release date is 2025-01-03; Originally published; London: The Religious Tract Society, 1929 N2 - "Corrie" by Ruth Lynn is a children's story written during the late 19th century. The book explores themes of kindness, love, and faith through the lives of two siblings, Robin and his ailing sister, Corrie. Set against the backdrop of a modest household, the story reveals the struggles they face due to poverty and Corrie's health issues, as well as their belief in the goodness of others and the magic of Christmas. The opening of "Corrie" introduces readers to the warm relationship between siblings Robin and Corrie as they prepare for Christmas. Robin comforts Corrie, who is unable to walk and frail, by sharing the story of Jesus' birth, instilling hope and joy in her heart. Despite their family's struggles, Robin is determined to give Corrie a happy Christmas, demonstrating selflessness and love. The narrative sets a poignant scene of their humble circumstances while highlighting their unwavering faith and the kindness of others in the community, making the opening both tender and uplifting. This summary showcases the heartwarming core of the story, where compassion triumphs over adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/75031 ER -