The Good Time Coming

Name: The Good Time Coming
Author: T. S. Arthur

By T. S. Arthur

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The story centers on a prosperous man who abandons business to build an elegant country home, anticipating peace, but finds that beauty and ease cannot still his discontent. His wife devotes herself to compassionate deeds among the poor and sick, providing a model of active benevolence while he struggles with expectation and disappointment. Through domestic episodes and moral reflection the narrative contrasts passive waiting for a promised good time with the steady work and patience that produce genuine contentment, examining how duty, charity, and inward change reconcile hope with everyday responsibilities.

About the Author

T. S. Arthur

T. S. Arthur was an American author known for his contributions to 19th-century literature, particularly in the realm of moral and didactic fiction. He wrote extensively on themes of domestic life, personal growth, and social issues, often aiming to provide readers with lessons on morality and virtue. Among his notable works is "Grappling with the Monster; Or, the Curse and the Cure of Strong Drink," which addresses the challenges of alcoholism. Arthur's storytelling often blends engaging narratives with practical life lessons, making his works both entertaining and instructive.