Pansy
Pansy, the pen name of the American author Isabella Alden, was born in 1841 in New York. Growing up in a family that valued education and literature, she developed a passion for storytelling at a young age. Pansy became well-known for her engaging tales that often explored themes of faith, morality, and the everyday lives of young people. Her writing resonated with readers of her time, making her a beloved figure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Pansy published numerous novels, short stories, and children's books, many of which reflect her deep Christian values and advocacy for moral living.
If you're curious about Pansy's work, you'll find a treasure trove of stories that not only entertain but also inspire thoughtful reflection. Her characters often face relatable challenges and moral dilemmas, making her stories timeless and relevant even today. Dive into her collection in the app and discover the charm and wisdom that Pansy brings to her writing—you might just find a new favorite author!
Stephen Mitchell's Journey
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Stephen Mitchell is a young man without a place in the world. He hates farming, although he works endless hours on the poor family farm. He …
A Sevenfold Trouble
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This story is an honest record of what we, who are all writers, and all very intimate friends, have seen and heard as we looked on at the li…
Three People
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Three boys in very different home environments start life on the same day: the pampered Pliny Hastings, the solidly brought-up Benny Phillip…
Cunning Workmen
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Miss Cora Parkhurst is an irresponsible and flighty Sunday school teacher for a group of young ladies. She has simply no time to prepare the…
Miss Priscilla Hunter, and My Daughter Susan
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Two shorter stories in one book. In "Miss Priscilla Hunter," the church has been carrying debt for years. It's an embarrassment, a…
As in a Mirror
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A wealthy and successful author, John Stuart King is preparing to write his next book, which includes a homeless tramp. He has done all the …
Helen Lester
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Twelve year old Helen is determined to be a good girl, but the harder she tries, the worse her days go. Is there any hope? And what made suc…
Grandpa's Darlings
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Fiction, or fact? The narrator asserts it's fact. The narrator is an author, whom her little nieces call "Auntie Belle". There's a…
What They Couldn't: A Home Story
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The Cameron family tries to keep up in society despite their more limited finances, by "making a dollar look to [their] friends as thou…
Christie's Christmas
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Now that the railroad has come through, Christie Tucker's parents have decided to save enough for her to go to her well-to-do Uncle Daniel f…
Grandma's Miracles; or, Stories Told at Six o'Clock in the Evening
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In the Wilbur home, six o'clock on Saturday evening was the children's hour with Grandma. . . . During the season of which I am going to tel…
A Hedge Fence
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Twelve stories, one for each month of the year, which first list a few Bible verses then relate how those verses took effect in a young pers…
Chrissy's Endeavor
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Eighteen year old Chrissy Hollister attends a Christian Endeavor Society meeting while away for the summer, and it changes her whole outlook…
The Man of the House
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Ten-year-old Reuben Watson Stone is carrying a heavy burden. As "the man of the house", he feels responsible for supporting his wi…
Gertrude's Diary, and The Cube
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Two stories about young people. "Gertrude's Diary" is written by a young girl. She and her three friends have given to them Bible …
Her Associate Members
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This continues the story started in Chrissy's Endeavor. Chrissy is now married. Her husband is weak after a severe illness, so they have gon…
The Browning Boys
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Twin brothers Aleck and Ben Browning are determined to help their family through a financially difficult time, but what can they do at eleve…
By Way of the Wilderness
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Wayne Pierson can’t remember a time when his life was easy. Enemies in the form of a stepmother and stepbrother have come between Wayne and …
Spun from Fact
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As the title suggests, this story is from real events. As the author explains in the last chapter, all of the events are true; the conversat…
Dr. Deane's Way, and Other Stories
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Short stories for the young and young-at-heart. Included are a family with an overly-strict father and free-spirited daughter; a series of &…