After the Storm

Timothy Shay ArthurProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.5

Word count: 365K words
Chapters: 37

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.After the Storm by T. S. ArthurAuthor: Arthur, T. S. (Timothy Shay), 1809-1885,Language: English, Class: PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature, Release Date: Oct 1, 2003

Editor's review

After the Storm is a novel by the 19th-century American writer T. S. Arthur, classified under American and Canadian literature. Arthur's works are known for moral exhortation and social ethics, and this book continues that vein, centering on the rebuilding of the soul after life's storms and focusing on family, duty, and the shaping of personal character. As a free Project Gutenberg eBook, it gives readers zero-cost access to the original English text and serves as a sample of 19th-century American popular fiction. Read it within the tradition of American moral fiction, noting how the author conveys value judgments through plot arrangement and the period features of narrative pacing and characterization. The language carries 19th-century English diction and syntax; overall difficulty is moderate to high, suited to readers with some experience of English originals who are willing to savor it slowly.

Who it's for

A good fit for

English readers curious about 19th-century American moral fiction
Literature lovers with experience reading English originals who want to expand their classic texts
Students and teachers studying American popular literature and ethical narrative
Readers who enjoy family and personal growth themes and can accept classical narration

Not a good fit for

Beginners with weak English reading skills who need annotated support
Readers who prefer fast-paced modern fiction and strong plot conflict
Readers who only seek Chinese translations and do not read English originals

Reading tips

Read through once to grasp the plot, then return to mark the author's discursive passages and sense his moral exhortation.
Keep a notebook of character relationships and key turns to help sort through the slower setup typical of 19th-century narrative.
Read alongside other American moral fiction to compare themes and methods of preaching.
Guess unfamiliar usage from context first, then verify after finishing a chapter, avoiding frequent interruptions.

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Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

How difficult is the English in this book?

It is 19th-century English prose with longer sentences and rather classical diction; overall difficulty is moderate to high. Readers with experience of English originals can finish it smoothly, while beginners may stumble on long sentences and old-fashioned expressions; a dictionary and a slower pace are advised.

What are the features of the Project Gutenberg edition?

Project Gutenberg provides free electronic texts, and this book is one of its public-domain eBooks, easy to obtain in full on a computer or e-reader. The text is the original English, usually without modern notes or introduction, so readers must handle old spellings and historical background themselves.

Is this book suitable for learning English?

It can serve as advanced reading material but not as an introductory textbook. It is better used, once you have a basic vocabulary and grammar, to become familiar with 19th-century English syntax and expression. If learning English is the main goal, use a modern annotated edition or graded readers alongside it.

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About the author

Timothy Shay Arthur Author · American · 1809–1885

T. S. Arthur (Timothy Shay Arthur, 1809–1885) was a nineteenth-century American popular novelist and editor. Born in Newburgh, New York, he later settled in Philadelphia. He wrote more than 150 novels in his lifetime; 31 of his works are held in this collection, commonly classified under inspirational and personal growth. His writing often centers on temperance and family ethics, using everyday domestic scenes and the changing fortunes of his characters to convey moral lessons, with accessible plots and a strong didactic flavor typical of his era. His best-known work, Ten Nights in a Bar Room, was widely popular across the United States, with sales second only to Uncle Tom's Cabin. His other works include Trials and Confessions of a Housekeeper, Grappling with the Monster; or, the Curse and the Cure of Strong Drink, The Two Wives, and Cast Adrift. Public information on his early education and career is limited, and existing accounts focus mainly on the themes and broad influence of his works.