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100	1		_aVan Dyke, Henry, _d1852-1933
245	1	4	_aThe Sad Shepherd: A Christmas Story
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 2005-05-29
508			_aE-text prepared by Michael Gray
520			_a"The Sad Shepherd: A Christmas Story" by Henry Van Dyke is a poignant tale written in the early 20th century. This narrative falls under the category of a short story and explores themes of sorrow, redemption, and the search for love during the Christmas season. It weaves the experiences of a shepherd who has lost his way in life and grapples with his sense of worth and belonging. In the story, Ammiel, the sad shepherd, roams the rugged hills of Bethlehem with his small flock, carrying the burden of his past choices and a broken spirit. After a series of encounters with robbers and other shepherds, he recounts his life as he sought pleasure and acceptance in a world that ultimately led him to isolation. He reflects upon his servitude to King Herod, his fleeting experiences of love, and the eventual realization of emptiness in his pursuits. When he is eventually led to a humble grotto where he encounters Mary and the infant Jesus, he begins to perceive the depth of love and sacrifice, leading him to a moment of epiphany. The tale culminates in his decision to reclaim his life and return to his roots, symbolizing hope and renewal amidst the desolation he faced. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aChristmas stories
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15936
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