A Molesworth, Mrs. 1839-1921 creator Crane, Walter 1845-1915 text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "A Christmas Child: A Sketch of a Boy-Life" by Mrs. Molesworth is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. The story centers around young Ted, a delicate but spirited child, and his experiences growing up in a seaside home during the festive Christmas season. Through his interactions with family and the world around him, themes of innocence, love, and the challenges of childhood emerge vividly. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to Baby Ted, who is born on Christmas Day and cherished by his family. Despite his initial frailty, he brings joy to his mother and gradually grows stronger. The narrative captures tender moments between Ted and his mother as they explore the beauty of nature, the delight of small discoveries, and the bittersweet pangs of childhood. Touched by the world, Ted's enduring spirit shines through as he navigates his early adventures and relationships, inviting readers into a heartwarming portrayal of boyhood. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2010-10-08 E-text prepared by Delphine Lettau, Paul Dring, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team Original publication data not identified Christian life -- Juvenile fiction Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Siblings -- Juvenile fiction Uncles -- Juvenile fiction Death -- Juvenile fiction Christmas -- Juvenile fiction Families -- Juvenile fiction Sick -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified 16019171 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34045 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34045 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133757.0 34045