Edward Bellamy 
Cold Snap 

‘The Cold Snap’ (1898) is a short story by the American author, Edward Bellamy, most famous for his socialist and utopian novel ‘Looking Backward: 2000-1887’ (1888)This tale eloquently describes a bitterly cold night that befalls a family living in New England, as they huddle together for survival and await the safety of sunrise. It is a tender, romantic depiction of family life and the power of the weather.This heartwarming short story is perfect for fans of Bellamy’s other short stories, such as ‘Hooking Watermelons’, ‘Lost’ and ‘A Love Story Reversed’.-