Timothy's Quest

The story revolves around Timothy Crump, a young boy who lives with his mother and sister in a small village. He is an orphan after his father's death and struggles to find his place in the world. The novel explores themes of identity, belonging, and social class as Timothy navigates his relationships with those around him. The narrative delves into the complexities of human nature, revealing the flaws and weaknesses of the characters while also highlighting their resilience and determination. Through Timothy's experiences, the author sheds light on the societal pressures and expectations that shape individuals' lives. Ultimately, the novel presents a nuanced portrayal of life in a small village during this time period, offering insights into the daily struggles and triumphs of its inhabitants.

By Kate Douglas Wiggin · First published 1886 · Genre: Children's Literature, Coming-of-Age, Fiction · 16 chapters

Contents

• Flossy Morrison Learns the Secret of Death Without Ever having Learned the Secret of Life
• Little Timothy Jessup Assumes Parental Responsibilities
• Timothy Plans a Campaign, and Providence Assists Materially in Carrying it out, or Vice Versa
• Jabe Slocum Assumes the Role of Guardian Angel
• Timothy Finds a House in which he Thinks a Baby is Needed, but the Inmates do not Entirely Agree with him
• Timothy, Lady Gay, and Rags Prove Faithful to each other
• Mistress and Maid Find to their Amazement that a Child, more than all other Gifts, Brings Hope with it and Forward Looking Thoughts
• Jabe and Samantha Exchange Hostilities, and the Former Says a Good Word for the Little Wanderers
• "now the End of the Commandment is Charity, out of a Pure Heart."
• Aunt Hitty Comes to "Make over," and Supplies Back Numbers to all the Village Histories
• Miss Vilda Decides that Two is One too Many, and Timothy Breaks a Hummingbird's Egg
• Lyddy Pettigrove's Funeral
• Pleasant River is Baptized with the Spirit of Adoption
• Timothy Jessup Runs Away a Second Time, and, Like other Blessings, Brightens as he Takes his Flight
• Like all Dogs in Fiction the Faithful Rags Guides Miss Vilda to his Little Master
• Timothy's Quest is Ended, and Samantha Says "Come Along, Dave!"

More by Kate Douglas Wiggin

• A Cathedral Courtship (1893)
• Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm (1911)
• The Birds' Christmas Carol (1887)
• The Village Watch-Tower (1916)
• Tom o' the Blueb'Ry Plains (1869)
• The Nooning Tree (1898)
• The Fore-Room Rug (1887)
• A Village Stradivarius (1887)
• All works by Kate Douglas Wiggin