Timothy's Quest: A Story for Anybody, Young or Old, Who Cares to Read It: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Timothy's Quest: A Story for Anybody, Young or Old, Who Cares to Read It is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith (1856–1923).
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"Timothy's Quest" by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin is a children's novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Timothy Jessup, who takes on parental responsibilities for his baby sister, Lady Gay, after their mother, Flossy Morrison, passes away. Faced with the harsh realities of life in a dilapidated urban environment, Timothy’s quest is to find a loving home for himself and Lady Gay, showcasing themes of love, resilience, and the search for belonging. At the start of the narrative, Flossy Morrison has recently died, leaving behind her two children, Timothy and Lady Gay. The opening describes the dreary and impoverished setting of Minerva Court, where Timothy lives. As two women discuss the fate of the children, little Timothy quietly resolves to save Lady Gay from being taken to an orphan asylum. He devises a plan to escape with her, embarking on a daring journey with their loyal dog, Rags. Timothy dreams of finding a mother who will love Lady Gay as he does, setting the stage for their adventures.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Timothy's Quest: A Story for Anybody, Young or Old, Who Cares to Read It
- Author credits: Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith (1856–1923)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Orphans -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
- Children's Literature
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