The Little Feller's Stockin
A young boy inherits a small farm from his uncle and must learn to manage it on his own after the death of his father. He faces various challenges including financial struggles, harsh weather conditions, and personal conflicts with neighbors. Through hard work and determination, he eventually succeeds in improving the farm's condition and earning respect from those around him.
By Joseph C. Lincoln · First published 1906 · Genre: Poetry, Holiday Literature, Sentimental Fiction · 419 words
First lines
O, it's Christmas Eve, and moonlight, and the Christmas air is chill, And the frosty Christmas holly shines and sparkles on the hill, And the Christmas sleigh-bells jingle and the Christmas laughter rings, As the last stray shoppers hurry, takin' home the Christmas things; And up yonder in the attic there's a little trundle bed Where there's Christmas dreams a-dancin' through a sleepy, curly head; And it's "Merry Christmas," Mary, once agin fer me and you, With the little feller's stockin' hangin' up beside the flue.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Joseph C. Lincoln
- Date: 1906 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Holiday Literature, Sentimental Fiction, Narrative Verse, American Regionalism
- Length: 419 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, utilizing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Holiday Literature — The themes revolve around Christmas, emphasizing traditions and familial love associated with the holiday.
- Sentimental Fiction — The narrative evokes strong emotions related to love, nostalgia, and the spirit of giving.
- Narrative Verse — The storytelling aspect is prominent, conveying a narrative through poetic form.
Tags
Classic American Literature · Humorous Fiction · Coming-of-Age Story · Small-Town Life · Fisherman's Tale · Young Hero · Friendship · Adventure · Self-Discovery · Growing Up · Rural Setting · Nautical Theme