The Last Penny and Other Stories by T. S. Arthur

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Author Arthur, T. S. (Timothy Shay), 1809-1885
Illustrator Croome, William, 1790-1860
Title The Last Penny and Other Stories
Note Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The last penny -- How to attain true greatness -- The fair courier: a story of the American Revolution -- The April fool -- A way to be happy.
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Summary "The Last Penny and Other Stories" by T. S. Arthur is a collection of short stories written in the mid-19th century. The stories delve into themes of morality, the struggles of everyday life, and the challenges faced by individuals in society. One notable character introduced in the opening story, "The Last Penny," is Thomas Claire, a cobbler who grapples with poverty, self-indulgence, and the desire to provide for his sick child, Lizzy. This poignant opening sets the tone for exploring human emotions and ethical dilemmas. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Thomas Claire, a hardworking cobbler whose meager earnings barely support his family. His resistance to forgo small pleasures like tobacco and beer leads to a lack of resources for his ailing daughter, Lizzy, who yearns for nourishing food. Claire’s internal struggle between self-indulgence and paternal love unfolds as he confronts a dire choice involving his last penny: whether to buy tobacco for his own comfort or an orange for Lizzy’s fragile health. This conflict ignites a transformative journey for Claire, who ultimately begins to realize the profound impact of selflessness in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Short stories
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 24437
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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