Bertha Weisser's wish: A Christmas story: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Bertha Weisser's wish: A Christmas story is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Bissell, Mary L..
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"Bertha Weisser's Wish: A Christmas Story" by Mary L. Bissell is a poignant children's novel written in the mid-19th century. The story centers around Bertha, a young German girl living in poverty in New York City, who bears the heavy responsibility of caring for her younger siblings after the loss of her parents. As Christmas approaches, Bertha harbors a heartfelt wish for a magical Christmas tree for her family, igniting a journey filled with hope, sacrifice, and the desire for joy amidst adversity. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to Bertha and her challenging life. We learn of her family's dire situation as she lives in a cramped attic and struggles to provide for her siblings through rag-picking and odd jobs, all while nurturing a wish for a Christmas tree that none of them have ever seen. The opening chapters depict a vivid contrast between Bertha's impoverished existence and the festive celebrations of wealthier families. Despite the bleakness surrounding her, Bertha's yearning for a semblance of joy exemplifies resilience and the power of wishes, laying the groundwork for her impending quest that will explore themes of generosity, community, and hope.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Bertha Weisser's wish: A Christmas story
- Author credits: Bissell, Mary L.
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Christmas stories
- Christmas trees -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Germans -- United States -- Juvenile fiction
- Orphans -- Juvenile fiction
- Physicians -- Juvenile fiction
- Poverty -- Juvenile fiction
- Ragpickers -- Juvnile fiction
- Temptation -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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