A. L. O. E.

In the late seventeenth century, the Marquis la Force is banished to England with his wife and daughter for refusing to put aside his Huguenot beliefs, while his son and nephew are held in France, struggling against Catholic oppression.

Using the metaphorical imagery of a near catastrophe in an unfettered hot-air balloon, A.L.O.E. (A Lady of England) unapologetically illustrates our natural inclination to yield to the temptations of our enemy, Pride. As in real life, not a single character passes the litmus test as a series of wrong and sometimes devastating choices culminate in a chilling and terrifying episode. But all is not lost, as the prisoners of Pride are loosed from bondage and relationships are restored. Written during the Victorian era, its codes of etiquette and societal roles are evident, but the truth remains that whether male or female, rich or poor, we can all benefit from a good dose of humility!

Cyril Ashley is finally coming home, and his siblings just know that he’ll take the reins and squelch all their wicked fun! But to Cyril, when momma left, the sunshine left with her. His love of writing helps him escape the present chaos in their once-ordered home and bury himself in his unfinished book. What will it take for Cyril to see that his light needs to shine most clearly in his own home if he would have its beams radiate far beyond? This story has universal power as the inner conflict of our pride-filled selves begs to be heard. Through the characters of Cyril Ashley, his siblings, and their wild friend Lorenzo, we see ourselves with a bit more clarity and hope to be changed.

Minnie cares for her sick mother and the lessons she learns from insect life reinforces her strength.

Whether it’s the love of money, the whirlpool of intemperance, the iceberg of falsehood, or the sunken rock of pride, when temptation would take you as a strong current—sheer off! It is only the unfathomable ocean of God’s love that can provide the forgiveness that we all desperately need.

The battle continues to rage, day by day and moment by moment. But must we meet the enemy blindfolded? In order to subdue, we must see the real foe; in order to conquer, we must face the true enemy. Through this allegorical tale, we will be better equipped to recognize, then to effectively slay, the many Giants who confront us. We will break through the web of Sloth, struggle out of the pit of Selfishness, choke up the fount of Anger, flee the secret lurking-place of Untruth, and triumph over our most malicious enemy - Pride. The Giant Killer is the tool to reach for if you or your loved ones need encouragement or confidence to enter into the battlefield once again. If you feel that you have nothing firm upon which to lay hold, this book will help you to grasp the strong cord of Love as your means of safety and deliverance.

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In the dark mine, the faithful but unhappy Arthur discovers happiness by explaining the Christianity to a Jewish friend.

Archie has a dream that a fairy magically transforms him to walk in the shoes of those less fortunate than himself. It is a new Archie that plays with his cousin, Lina, the next day.

Learned fairy, Know-a-bit, tells young Master Philibert Philmore a little bit about many things.

Eddy, a careless eight-year old boy, is in bed with sprained ankle, while he is entertained by family members telling new versions of old stories with intention of emphasizing good behavior.

Harry, thinking his father was lost at sea many years before, turns to a life of crime and his father, told by a vengeful rival that his son died at childbirth, goes back to sea and then inherits a large estate. They meet in a dark wood when the startled poacher mistakenly shoots the owner of the property.

Needle relates the story of her life in a child's sewing box and her interaction with the Ellerslie family.

Learned fairy, Know-a-bit, tells young Master Philibert Philmore a little bit about many things.