Christmas

Zona Gale, an influential American novelist and playwright, is celebrated for her intimate and realistic portrayals of life in her hometown. Her close bond with her parents deeply influenced her writing and personal experiences. Winning the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1921, she showcased her ability to explore the complexities of human emotions and motivations. Following the loss of her parents in the 1920s, she embraced single parenthood by adopting a daughter, further enriching her narrative perspective. All her literary works were published under her maiden name.