The Little Match Man (1917)

The Little Match Man is a short story written by Luigi Barzini and first published in 1917. The story follows the life of a poor match seller named Giovanni, who struggles to make ends meet in the harsh streets of Italy. Despite his poverty, Giovanni remains optimistic and hopeful, dreaming of a better life for himself and his family.One cold winter night, Giovanni decides to sell his matches in a wealthy neighborhood, hoping to make some extra money. However, he soon realizes that the people in this neighborhood are not interested in buying matches from a poor man like him. Cold and hungry, Giovanni decides to light a match to keep warm, and as he does so, he is transported to a magical world where he meets a beautiful fairy.The fairy takes Giovanni on a journey through the night sky, showing him the beauty and wonder of the world. She also teaches him important lessons about kindness, generosity, and the power of hope. When Giovanni wakes up the next morning, he realizes that the fairy was not just a dream, but a real experience that has changed his life forever.The Little Match Man is a heartwarming and inspiring story that celebrates the power of imagination, hope, and the human spirit. It is a timeless classic that has been beloved by readers of all ages for over a century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.