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.
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
Riches have wings; or, A tale for the rich and poor
A wealthy man's world crumbles, unveiling the surprising paths his daughters take when riches take flight.
By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur
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
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
The Home Mission
Grief and love intertwine in tales of home, family, and the hidden strength found within the domestic sphere.
By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur
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
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
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.
By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur
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
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
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
Trials and Confessions of a Housekeeper
A woman learns that true wealth lies not in fancy ornaments but in helping neighbors, after trading away a coat for beautiful vases.
By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur
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
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
Wreaths of Friendship: A Gift for the Young
Kids navigate tough choices and discover that doing what’s right and being a good friend matters most in this collection of heartwarming stories.
By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur
The Iron Rule; Or, Tyranny in the Household
In a 19th-century home, a young boy's spirit clashes with his father's iron will, leading to irreversible consequences.
By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur
Cast Adrift
In a world driven by social ambition, a young woman's desperate search for her newborn reveals a shocking act of betrayal that exposes the cruel realities beneath the surface.
By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur
All's for the Best
A man consumed by doubt seeks solace and enlightenment, ultimately finding that unwavering faith can transform despair into enduring joy.
By T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur
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
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