A Little Book for Christmas

A Little Book for Christmas, written by Cyrus Townsend Brady and first published in 1917, is a collection of Christmas-themed essays and stories. It features personal reflections, a carol, meditations, and three short stories that explore the spirit and traditions of Christmas. The work emphasizes themes of goodwill, nostalgia, and the importance of the holiday spirit, aiming to inspire kindness and communal joy during the Christmas season. Notably, one story reinterprets the biblical parable of the prodigal son, focusing on reconciliation and familial bonds amidst the holiday backdrop.