Duncan, Norman 1871-1916 creator text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Christmas Eve at Swamp's End" by Norman Duncan is a sentimental novella written in the early 20th century. Set in a quaint lumber town amidst the snowy landscapes of a northern wilderness, the story revolves around the themes of love, longing, and the spirit of Christmas. It captures the essence of rural life during the festive season and reflects on the deep desires of its characters, particularly through the lens of youthful innocence and the yearning for companionship. The narrative follows Pattie Batch, a tender-hearted seventeen-year-old girl who dreams of having a baby to nurture and love, filling the void left by her lost family. On Christmas Eve, in her quest for belonging, she cleverly arranges a heartfelt gift for a bartender’s baby, hoping to share in the joy of motherhood, despite her circumstances. Unbeknownst to her, a foundling infant, discovered by the local minister John Fairmeadow, becomes a Christmas present intended for her. The tale culminates in a touching reunion between Pattie and the baby, evoking themes of hope and the fulfillment of wishes, making it a heartfelt celebration of the season and the connections we cherish. (This is an automatically generated summary.) The wistful heart -- A gift neglected -- The making of a man -- Christmas Eve at Swamp's End. Release date is 2008-12-25 Produced by David Edwards, Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Short stories Christmas stories PS Original publication data not identified 15023369 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27612 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27612 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133630.0 27612