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Portrait of T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

Timothy Shay Arthur — known as T. S. Arthur — was a popular 19th-century American writer. He is famously known for his temperance novel Ten Nights in a Bar-Room and What I Saw There (1854), which helped demonize alcohol in the eyes of the American public.

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Danger; Or, Wounded in the House of a Friend

Friendship turns treacherous as hidden dangers and the influence of intoxicating substances threaten to destroy lives.

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The Home Mission

Grief and love intertwine in tales of home, family, and the hidden strength found within the domestic sphere.

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The Lights and Shadows of Real Life

In a world of moral quandaries and societal challenges, a daughter braves adversity to redeem her family from self-inflicted devastation.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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Grappling with the Monster; Or, the Curse and the Cure of Strong Drink

Discover how one writer in the late 1800's uncovers the hidden dangers of a widely accepted substance, revealing its power to destroy lives and communities.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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The power of kindness and other stories A book for the example and encouragement of the young

Discover how heartfelt gestures and understanding can blossom into unexpected friendships and transform angry hearts.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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Woman's Trials; Or, Tales and Sketches from the Life around Us

A privileged woman's complaints are challenged when she meets a hardworking washerwoman, leading to a heartfelt look at the struggles of women in society.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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Home Lights and Shadows

In a world of old-fashioned rules and expectations, a husband and wife battle over freedom, duty, and the meaning of love while trying to save their troubled marriage.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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The Angel and the Demon: A Tale

A struggling mother's decision to hire a governess ignites a battle of wills, testing the boundaries of authority and the hearts of skeptical children.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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The Last Penny and Other Stories

In a world of limited resources, a father's choice between personal comfort and his child's well-being sparks a journey of transformation.

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After the Storm

As an ominous summer storm brews, a couple's idyllic romance is threatened by their own internal conflicts, foreshadowing a battle for their love amidst the chaos.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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Finger Posts on the Way of Life

A woman's bad mood, stemming from a minor frustration, cascades into a series of family disputes, revealing the powerful impact of personal emotions on those closest to us.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

(100)
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True Riches; Or, Wealth Without Wings

In a world of tempting treasures acquired through wicked ways, a man must decide if true wealth lies in riches or in the unwavering love of family and a virtuous heart.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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Ten Nights in a Bar Room

In a small town, a family's happiness is threatened when the local tavern leads a respected man down a path of addiction and ruin.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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Who Are Happiest? and Other Stories

Witness ordinary people confront desire, jealousy, and misfortune, discovering where genuine contentment resides in a world obsessed with wealth and status.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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Lizzy Glenn; Or, The Trials of a Seamstress

In a time when women fought an uncaring world, one determined seamstress battles poverty and societal expectations to find her own way.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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Off-Hand Sketches, a Little Dashed with Humor

Witness a determined preacher's quest to connect with a chilly congregation in a backwater town, humorously revealing the quirks of human nature along the way.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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Words for the Wise

Discover a world of tough choices, where characters grapple with debt, honesty, and the true meaning of compassion in a society quick to judge.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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Home Scenes and Home Influence; a series of tales and sketches

In a world of societal expectations and financial pitfalls, the choices made behind closed doors determine the path towards either ruin or genuine happiness.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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The Two Wives; Or, Lost and Won

Enticed by a world of social pleasures, a husband risks losing his family and the true love of his devoted wife.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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Words of Cheer for the Tempted, the Toiling, and the Sorrowing

In the face of profound loss, a sorrowful woman seeks solace and connection, while the vibrant spirit of her niece offers a glimpse into the healing power of love and service.

By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur

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