Publisher's Synopsis
How Molly Spent Her Christmas is a heartwarming novella written by H. Rutherfurd Russell and originally published in 1877. The story follows Molly, a young girl who lives with her widowed mother in a small New England village. Despite their limited means, Molly and her mother are determined to make the most of their Christmas, and they set about preparing for the holiday with great enthusiasm.As Molly and her mother go about their preparations, they encounter a variety of colorful characters, including a group of carolers, a kindly old woman who lives alone in a nearby cottage, and a group of mischievous boys who are up to no good. Through it all, Molly remains optimistic and determined to make the most of the holiday season.As Christmas Day approaches, Molly and her mother are faced with a series of challenges, including a snowstorm that threatens to derail their plans. But with the help of their friends and neighbors, they are able to overcome these obstacles and enjoy a magical Christmas filled with love, laughter, and joy.Written in a charming and engaging style, How Molly Spent Her Christmas is a timeless holiday classic that will delight readers of all ages. With its vivid descriptions of small-town life in the 19th century and its themes of friendship, community, and the true meaning of the holiday season, this book is a must-read for anyone who loves Christmas and all that it represents.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.