True to his Colours (Esprios Classics) - Wilson, Theodore P
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Rev. Theodore Percival "Percy" Wilson (1819 - 8 August 1881), generally known as T. P. Wilson was an Anglican priest and author known for his pioneering, albeit brief, work in Adelaide, South Australia. His parents and his four younger siblings emigrated to South Australia aboard Duke of Roxburghe in 1838. Wilson completed his master's degree at Brasenose College, Oxford, and was ordained a priest of the Church of England. He was sent out to Tasmania, where in 1845 he accepted a call to take over the newly built St John's Church, Adelaide, but instead returned to England on account of his wife's illness.…mehr

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Rev. Theodore Percival "Percy" Wilson (1819 - 8 August 1881), generally known as T. P. Wilson was an Anglican priest and author known for his pioneering, albeit brief, work in Adelaide, South Australia. His parents and his four younger siblings emigrated to South Australia aboard Duke of Roxburghe in 1838. Wilson completed his master's degree at Brasenose College, Oxford, and was ordained a priest of the Church of England. He was sent out to Tasmania, where in 1845 he accepted a call to take over the newly built St John's Church, Adelaide, but instead returned to England on account of his wife's illness.
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Theodore P. Wilson was an American author best known for his works that explored themes of personal integrity, faith, and the moral challenges of industrialization, his writings reflect a deep concern with the social and cultural changes of his time. Wilson's novels, such as "True to His Colours" reflect his strong moral convictions and critique of the growing materialism and moral decay in society, particularly as industrialization began to reshape rural communities. In "Amos Huntingdon," he reflects his concern with the social and spiritual issues of the late 19th century. Wilson's works emphasize the importance of steadfastness in one's beliefs, the value of personal responsibility, and the role of faith in navigating life's challenges. His writings often serve as moral instruction, encouraging readers to uphold integrity and virtue in an increasingly complex world. Though not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, Wilson's works remain a valuable reflection of the concerns and values of the society.