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Timothy's Quest: A Story for Anybody, Young or Old, Who Cares to Read It

Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin

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Timothy's Quest: A Story for Anybody, Young or Old, Who Cares to Read It

Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin

Adventure, American Literature, Children & Young Adult Reading, Novels

Timothy's Quest is a children's novel written by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin in the late 19th century. The story follows Timothy Jessup, a young boy who assumes parental duties for his baby sister, Lady Gay, after their mother dies. Set in a bleak urban environment, Timothy embarks on a quest to find a loving home for them, highlighting themes of love, resilience, and the search for belonging. The narrative showcases the challenges faced by orphans and the bond between siblings in their struggle for a better life.

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