Truman Capote’s A Christmas Memory.
Individual families have individual holiday traditions. We mark the coming of Christmas in various ways, but often share collective beliefs and habits. In this day and age, fruitcake may bring on grimaces by some and seem entirely old-fashioned. Be that as it may, fruitcake once held an important part in the preparation of Christmas. It was a way to express friendship and love to others by passing them on.
In Capote’s A Christmas Memory, Buddy shares his memory of the Christmas season in and around the Great Depression. Buddy resides in a home full of varied relatives. They are of humble means. Regardless, Buddy and his cousin (a women in her 60’s) make 30 cakes as gifts for others with the help of the Fruitcake Fund. Ingenious!
Herein is just a glimpse of this short story. In truth, it has so much more to offer. It speaks of long-distance relationships, true Christmas spirit and how strong memories can be. Enjoy this tale that almost never was a classic.
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