The Randolphs
19th-century moral novel about Maria Randolph learning to obey the Bible's 'whatsoever' commands. Explores practical Christianity, family duty and the Golden Rule.
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The Randolphs
Four Girls at Chautauqua
Four young women plan a Chautauqua trip, exposing contrasting characters and family circumstances. A 19th-century coming-of-age tale about friendship, duty and moral growth.
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The Chautauqua Girls at Home
A late-19th-century girls' novel following four young women home from Chautauqua as they confront church life, Sunday-school duties, and pursue conversion and personal piety.
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From Different Standpoints
Epistolary fiction of a convalescent student at a country household, exploring Providence, family worship, social-class tensions, church singing, and longing for purpose.
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Ruth Erskine’s Crosses
Domestic novel: Ruth Erskine struggles with a sudden stepsister and the weight of family duty, finding solace in faith, forgiveness, and prayer.
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Miss Priscilla Hunter, and My Daughter Susan
A short 19th-century story where Miss Priscilla Hunter challenges her congregation to stop complaining and actually pay a lingering $5,000 church debt, urging practical stewardship.
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Sidney Martin’s Christmas
A lonely fourteen-year-old, Sidney Martin, wanders his town on Christmas, helps carolers and kindly escorts a girl home. Small acts of charity and companionship brighten his day.
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Divers Women
Satirical vignette exposing superficial Sunday worship: elegant church, music and social chatter contrasted with a preacher's admonition to "take heed what ye do" and true godly fear.
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Pansy’s Scrap Book
Practical Sunday-school manual for primary teachers offering lesson plans, blackboard exercises, memorization methods, recitations, prayers, and class-management advice.
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The Pocket Measure
Excerpt from Pansy's The Pocket Measure: newlyweds in a small household navigate budgeting, domestic life, and Christian stewardship, debating regular giving and household duties.
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Mrs. Harry Harper’s Awakening
A fashionable young bride, recently converted but spiritually immature, drifts through purposeless idleness. The narrative follows her nascent faith and a growing sense of Christian responsibility.
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Pansy: A Little Story for Girls
A children's tale of Pansy, born on Christmas on a small island. Her mischief and jealousy teach lessons about prayer, kindness, and parental guidance.
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The Hall in the Grove
Excerpt from Pansy's The Hall in the Grove. Mrs. Fenton, a devoted homemaker, mourns that her growing son moves beyond her; she seeks solace in books, visits, and Chautauqua study.
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Links in Rebecca’s Life
Victorian tale of Rebecca, a young Sunday-school teacher who chooses a prayer-meeting over a sleigh ride. Her obedience influences others and brings spiritual fruit.
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Mary Burton Abroad
Epistolary travel stories from 'Mary Burton Abroad' — a young girl's letters describing Glasgow, Loch Lomond, and Edinburgh, full of sights, monuments, and youthful wonder.
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Ester Ried Yet Speaking
Novel excerpt: Mrs. Roberts volunteers to teach a rough Sabbath‑school class, urging Alfred Ried to continue his sister Ester's mission to neglected boys.
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The Man of the House
A juvenile tale of Reuben Stone, a ten-year-old 'man of the house' who works odd jobs to support his mother and sister. Themes: poverty, responsibility, and family devotion.
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Mary Burton and Other Stories: A Book for Girls
Story of Mary Burton, a pious girl who cares for her family after her mother's death. Themes: contentment, charity, and trusting God's provision.
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New Year’s Tangles and Other Stories
Collection of children's domestic tales by 'Pansy' (1884) teaching patience, duty, and selfless Christian character through stories like "New Year's Tangles" and "Gretchen's Wonderful Day."
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Interrupted
Excerpt from Pansy's Interrupted: Claire Benedict leads a church society and charitable work, bearing heavy responsibilities amid family expectations and youthful fellowship.
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