The Story of the Mince Pie

"The Story of the Mince Pie" by Josephine Scribner Gates, is a charming children's book from the early 1900s that blends Christmas magic with the unbelievable concept of dolls coming to life from a mince pie. The tale centers around Jack and his mother, who find themselves in a world of make-believe when dolls magically pop out of a mince pie. It all begins when Jack convinces his mom to bring their freshly baked pie to bed, safe from a tricky mouse. That night, they watch in amazement as the pie starts to buzz and shake, and dolls made of pie ingredients magically appear and dance. Each doll tells its own special story, creating a series of entertaining and fun stories. The beginning of this whimsical escapade turns into a warm and captivating party of imagination, creativity, and the joy of Christmas, showing the happiness that comes from telling and sharing stories.