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The sailor's home : $b Or, the girdle of truth

By A. L. O. E.

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

After a sailor returns home from naval service, missing an arm, his integrity is challenged when an accusation of vandalism embroils him in lies and community turmoil.

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2024-03-19
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"The Sailor's Home: Or, the Girdle of Truth" by A. L. O. E. is a Victorian-era tale where a Royal Navy sailor named Ned Franks comes home to his sister Bessy after losing an arm in service, seeking a peaceful life but finding himself accused of vandalism. The story follows Ned's struggle to maintain his honor amidst accusations and a community scandal, highlighting the importance of honesty and personal integrity. With characters such as a manipulative sister and a judgmental landlord, Ned's commitment to truth will be tested, and only with the help of the local vicar, Mr. Curtis, will the sailor be able to clear his name and teach a lesson in truth for the entire community. The moral-driven narrative emphasizes that honesty is vital in human relationships, and Ned's journey underscores the ultimate triumph of truth over deceit.

About the Author

Charlotte Maria Tucker was a prolific English writer and poet for children and adults, who wrote under the pseudonym A.L.O.E.. Late in life she spent a period as a volunteer missionary in India, where she died.

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