02664cam a22003853u 4500 43763 UtSlPG 20260610134014.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Ewing, Juliana Horatia, 1841-1885 Snap-Dragons; Old Father Christmas Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-09-18 Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England "Snap-Dragons; Old Father Christmas" by Juliana Horatia Ewing is a collection of children's stories written during the late 19th century. This charming book consists of enchanting tales that explore themes of family life, festive traditions, and the whimsical nature of childhood. It invites readers into a world filled with imagination, where the dynamics of family relationships and the magic of Christmas come alive through relatable characters and delightful narratives. The first story, "Snap-Dragons," revolves around the amusing bickering of the Skratdj family, particularly contrasting the interactions between Mr. and Mrs. Skratdj and their two children, Harry and Polly. The narrative humorously depicts their constant contradictions and playful disputes, culminating in a humorous encounter with the mystical Snap-Dragons that serve as a metaphor for the family's habit of snapping at each other. The second tale, "Old Father Christmas," recounts a magical Christmas Eve when the children encounter an old man who embodies the spirit of Christmas. Their heartfelt wish for a Christmas tree is fulfilled, highlighting themes of kindness and generosity as they experience the joy and wonder of the holiday season. Through vivid storytelling, Ewing captures the essence of childhood curiosity and the importance of family connection, making this collection a heartwarming read for all ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fantasy fiction Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Children's stories Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Siblings -- Juvenile fiction Christmas -- Juvenile fiction Quarreling -- Juvenile fiction Browne, Gordon, 1858-1932 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43763 84602 84602