"Winter's Folly" is a children's story by Mrs. O. F. Walton about a lonely old man, Winter, who is brought back to life by the kindness of two young girls, Myrtle and her sister. The story is a gentle tale of selfless love and how compassion can thaw even the coldest heart. It's considered somewhat of an allegory, with Mr. Winter representing a lonely soul who finds renewed purpose through the love of others.