Experience the timeless magic of the Christmas season with Elizabeth Apthorp McFadden's poignant one-act play, "Why the Chimes Rang." This classic drama, suitable for audiences of all ages, explores themes of compassion, generosity, and the true spirit of Christmas. Categorized as both a religious and morality play, this beautifully written drama offers a powerful message about the importance of kindness and selfless giving. Perfect for staging as a children's drama or simply enjoying as a heartwarming read, "Why the Chimes Rang" resonates with the joy and wonder of the holiday season. This meticulously prepared print edition preserves the original text, allowing readers to rediscover this enduring story. A treasured addition to any library, it is sure to bring warmth and inspiration to your Christmas celebrations. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.