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George Washington Jones

George Washington Jones

Ruth McEnery Stuart

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2007
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781432642655
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George Washington Jones: A Christmas Gift That Went A-Begging is a heartwarming Christmas story written by Ruth McEnery Stuart. The story is set in the late 1800s and follows the life of a poor, yet proud African-American man named George Washington Jones. George is a hardworking man who lives in a small town in the southern United States. Despite his financial struggles, he is determined to provide for his family and make the most of what he has.One Christmas Eve, George is given a gift by his employer, a wealthy white family. The gift is a beautiful suit, but George is hesitant to accept it as he believes it is too extravagant and expensive for his lifestyle. However, his wife convinces him to wear the suit to their church’s Christmas celebration.As George makes his way to the church, he encounters several obstacles and prejudices due to his race and appearance. Despite this, George remains dignified and proud, refusing to let anyone diminish his worth. When he finally arrives at the church, he is met with admiration and respect from his fellow churchgoers, who are impressed by his appearance and demeanor.The story of George Washington Jones is a powerful message of resilience, pride, and the true meaning of Christmas. It is a timeless tale that celebrates the human spirit and the importance of treating others with kindness and respect. Ruth McEnery Stuart’s writing is both poignant and humorous, making this book a delightful read for all ages.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.

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