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A fable in which birds and creatures, inspired by glimpses of a decorated evergreen at human celebrations, convene under the lion's authority to create their own festive tree. Tame and wild animals share memories of gifts and ornaments, assign roles—elephants to fetch a tree, giraffes and monkeys to hang decorations, fireflies to supply light—and pool natural resources to reproduce the season's warmth. The narrative emphasizes cooperation, empathy, and the idea that generosity and festive ritual can be remade through communal effort across different species.
Copyright, 1916
BY
E. P. DUTTON & COMPANY
The Knickerbocker Press, New York
Originally published in the columns of The Churchman, this little fable has been so often asked for, and since the outbreak of the War has proved to embody such an obvious and important truth, that it has been thought best to give it a wider publicity by re-issuing in its present form.
Acknowledgment is hereby made of the courteous permission given by the Editor of The Churchman.