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Christmas at Thompson Hall
Book • 1902
Anthony Trollope's "Christmas at Thompson Hall" is a short story that follows Mr. and Mrs. Brown's journey from France to England for Christmas Eve festivities at Mrs. Brown's family's home.
The story centers on Mr. Brown's reluctance to travel and his feigned illness, leading to a series of humorous mishaps.
Mrs. Brown's attempts to care for her supposedly sick husband lead to unexpected consequences, creating a comedic narrative.
The story explores themes of marriage, cultural differences, and the unexpected events that can unfold during a holiday season.
The narrative is characterized by witty dialogue and observational humor, making it an enjoyable read.
The story centers on Mr. Brown's reluctance to travel and his feigned illness, leading to a series of humorous mishaps.
Mrs. Brown's attempts to care for her supposedly sick husband lead to unexpected consequences, creating a comedic narrative.
The story explores themes of marriage, cultural differences, and the unexpected events that can unfold during a holiday season.
The narrative is characterized by witty dialogue and observational humor, making it an enjoyable read.
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Mentioned by Paul, Martin, and Tanya as a Christmas story they read and discussed during the podcast.
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