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100	1		_aDalrymple, Leona, _d1884-1968
245	1	0	_aUncle Noah's Christmas Inspiration
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-05-15
508			_aE-text prepared by Al Haines
520			_a"Uncle Noah's Christmas Inspiration" by Leona Dalrymple is a heartwarming novella written in the early 20th century. This fictional work tells the story of Uncle Noah, a devoted servant on an old plantation, who navigates the challenges of Christmas with dignity and creativity amid his master's financial difficulties. The main theme revolves around the spirit of giving and the lengths one will go to preserve joy during the holidays. The narrative unfolds on Christmas Eve, where Uncle Noah faces the grim reality of having to prepare a turkey for dinner, a cherished family tradition, despite the plantation's declining fortunes. The story explores Uncle Noah’s deep affection for the turkey, Job, and his determination to save him from the dinner table by concocting a plan to substitute him with another turkey. As Uncle Noah embarks on a mission to gather resources for Christmas, he encounters a young woman who unknowingly helps him. In a delightful twist, the connections between the characters reveal the importance of reconciliation, love, and the true essence of Christmas. Ultimately, the story culminates in a joyous reunion and a festive holiday celebration, illustrating how compassion and creativity can rejuvenate the spirit during trying times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aChristmas stories
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15826
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