Grand'ther Baldwin's Thanksgiving, with Other Ballads and Poems

"Grand'ther Baldwin's Thanksgiving, with Other Ballads and Poems" by Horatio Alger, Jr. captures the spirit of a bygone era through heartfelt poetry and ballads. The collection focuses on major themes like the importance of family bonds, thankfulness for life's simple gifts, and how time changes everything, often centering around old-fashioned Thanksgiving celebrations and the ups and downs of life. The title poem brings to life a cozy family get-together, overflowing with the joy and playful trouble caused by grandchildren running around on Thanksgiving. Grandfather Baldwin's amazing feast and the happy chaos of the kids show how much pleasure comes from having enough and being together. The book also includes other poems that reveal love and longing, give glimpses into daily routines, and talk about important social topics, such as the sadness war brings to families. Alger creates a mix of deep emotion and dramatic storytelling, pulling readers into the touching scenes he describes.