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!

The King's Daughter

Read by TriciaG 4.6
Dell Bronson has been reared in Boston by her refined uncle and aunt until, at age 18, she is called home by her father, a coarse tavern own…

Ester Ried's Namesake

Read by TriciaG 4.7
In Ester Ried's Namesake, Esther Ried Randall grapples with the weight of her name and the expectations that come with it. As she navigates …

Four Mothers at Chautauqua

Read by TriciaG 4.8
Final book in the Chautauqua Girls series. The four original girls return to Chautauqua on the 25 year anniversary of the trip that changed …

Mag and Margaret: A Story for Girls

Read by TriciaG 4.7
Little Mag Jessup is an orphan girl who works hard as a servant in Mrs. Perkins' boarding house to earn her keep. She has no education, exce…

The Pocket Measure

Read by TriciaG 4.5
Three young women are the central characters in this story. Callie and her husband are poor, but they are frugal, spending using God's princ…

Judge Burnham's Daughters

Read by TriciaG 4.8
>Fifth in the Chautauqua Girls series. Ruth Erskine Burnham has helped raise her husband's two daughters, but all have rejected her faith…

Three People

Read by TriciaG 4.8
Three boys in very different home environments start life on the same day: the pampered Pliny Hastings, the solidly brought-up Benny Phillip…

Pauline

Read by TriciaG 4.7
Due to a clerical error, successful attorney Charles Gordon Curtiss arrives a day late to give a lecture in a nearby town. But the literary …

Christie's Christmas

Read by TriciaG 4.8
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…

The Randolphs

Read by TriciaG 4.8
The Randolphs continues the journey of the Randolph family, picking up shortly after the events of Household Puzzles. This Christian fiction…

Little Fishers and Their Nets

Read by TriciaG 4.7
Thirteen year old Nettie Decker is called home after having lived with another family for 7 years, to find that her father is a drunkard and…

Mrs. Solomon Smith Looking On

Read by TriciaG 4.7
Old Mrs. Solomon Smith considers herself "nothing but an ignorant old woman" who didn't have the advantages others did when growin…

A Sevenfold Trouble

Read by TriciaG 4.8
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…

Cunning Workmen

Read by TriciaG 4.8
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…

From Different Standpoints

Read by TriciaG 4.8
How differently people view life, society, and religion, depending on their perspective! Perry, the often sick young man that is learning to…

As in a Mirror

Read by TriciaG 4.7
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 …

Stephen Mitchell's Journey

Read by TriciaG 4.8
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 …

David Ransom's Watch

Read by TriciaG 4.8
A tale of human choices and lost opportunities, and how one's choices affect so many other lives, for good or ill.A borrowed watch. A selfis…

Links in Rebecca's Life

Read by Angela Engel 4.5
Links in Rebecca's Life follows the journey of Rebecca Harlowe, a young woman dedicated to living out the teachings of Christ in her everyda…

Divers Women

Read by TriciaG 4.7
Divers Women is a thought-provoking collection of short stories that explores the multifaceted nature of womanhood through the lens of Chris…

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