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Title: Jimmie Moore of Bucktown
Note: Reading ease score: 89.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Benjamin Klein
Summary: "Jimmie Moore of Bucktown" by Melvin E. Trotter is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Jimmie Moore, a young boy living in the impoverished neighborhood of Bucktown in Chicago. The narrative explores the struggles of his family, particularly his father's alcoholism and illness, while also delving into themes of faith, hope, and community support. The opening of the book introduces us to Jimmie as he approaches a mission superintendent for help with his sick father, Robert Moore. Despite his ragged appearance and the burdens he carries, Jimmie exhibits a fierce determination and resilience as he recounts the hardships faced by his family. Through his steady gaze, he reveals the inner strength and maturity that surpass his tender years. The encounter with Morton, the mission superintendent, highlights Jimmie's innocence and longing for a better life, as he is reassured about God's love and the possibility of salvation for his family. This powerful introduction sets the stage for Jimmie's journey amid the struggles and moral dilemmas of the community he inhabits. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Trotter, Melvin E. (Melvin Earnest), 1870-1940
EBook No.: 35359
Published: Feb 22, 2011
Downloads: 52
Language: English
Subject: Christian life -- Fiction
Subject: Poor families -- Fiction
Subject: Missionaries -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Jimmie Moore of Bucktown
Note: Reading ease score: 89.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Benjamin Klein
Summary: "Jimmie Moore of Bucktown" by Melvin E. Trotter is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Jimmie Moore, a young boy living in the impoverished neighborhood of Bucktown in Chicago. The narrative explores the struggles of his family, particularly his father's alcoholism and illness, while also delving into themes of faith, hope, and community support. The opening of the book introduces us to Jimmie as he approaches a mission superintendent for help with his sick father, Robert Moore. Despite his ragged appearance and the burdens he carries, Jimmie exhibits a fierce determination and resilience as he recounts the hardships faced by his family. Through his steady gaze, he reveals the inner strength and maturity that surpass his tender years. The encounter with Morton, the mission superintendent, highlights Jimmie's innocence and longing for a better life, as he is reassured about God's love and the possibility of salvation for his family. This powerful introduction sets the stage for Jimmie's journey amid the struggles and moral dilemmas of the community he inhabits. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Trotter, Melvin E. (Melvin Earnest), 1870-1940
EBook No.: 35359
Published: Feb 22, 2011
Downloads: 52
Language: English
Subject: Christian life -- Fiction
Subject: Poor families -- Fiction
Subject: Missionaries -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.