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_aMcFadden, Elizabeth A. _q(Elizabeth Apthorp), _d1875-1961 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aWhy the Chimes Rang: A Play in One Act |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2005-03-08 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by David Garcia, Lynn Bornath and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. | ||
| 520 | _a"Why the Chimes Rang: A Play in One Act" by Elizabeth Apthorp McFadden is a theatrical adaptation of a story by Raymond MacDonald Alden, set likely during the early 20th century. This play revolves around themes of selflessness, charity, and the spirit of Christmas, portraying how true gifts come from the heart rather than material wealth. The setting features a humble peasant's hut, which contrasts with the grandeur of the nearby cathedral town where significant events transpire. The narrative follows Holger and Steen, two peasant boys eagerly anticipating the Christmas service at the cathedral, a place of great significance associated with a miraculous event known as the ringing of the chimes. However, when their parents are unable to take them, Holger decides to stay behind to care for an old woman seeking refuge in their home. As the boys' uncle Bertel departs for the service, Holger's unwavering compassion leads him to prioritize the old woman's needs over his own desire to attend the festivities. The climax centers on Holger's simple yet profound gift of two pennies he wishes to offer to the Christ-child, ultimately resulting in the long-awaited chimes ringing out, signifying the acceptance of true love and selflessness where it counts the most. The play eloquently conveys the lesson that genuine kindness and charity hold the greatest value. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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_aAlden, Raymond MacDonald, _d1873-1924 |
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