Mr. Bingle

By George Barr McCutcheon

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In early 20th-century New York, a childless couple's heartwarming Christmas tradition brings neighborhood children into their home, filling it with laughter and revealing their deepest longings.

Genres

Culture/Civilization/Society Literature Fiction

Released

2004-06-01

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Summary

"Mr. Bingle" by George Barr McCutcheon is a heartwarming story set in early 1900s New York City, following the lives of Thomas and Mary Bingle, a loving couple who long for children. Their quiet life takes on special meaning each Christmas Eve as they open their home to neighborhood children, particularly the lively Sykes siblings, filling their apartment with joy and laughter. Despite their happiness in giving, the story explores the themes of loneliness and kindness, emphasizing their deep yearning for a family of their own and showcasing Mr. Bingle's sentimental nature through his cherished tradition of reading "A Christmas Carol," reminding everyone of human goodness and the importance of compassion.