The Deaf Shoemaker: To Which Are Added Other Stories for the Young by Barrett
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| Author | Barrett, Philip, 1838-1900 |
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| LoC No. | tmp96031632 |
| Title | The Deaf Shoemaker: To Which Are Added Other Stories for the Young |
| Alternate Title | The deaf shoemaker, and other stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Deaf Shoemaker: To Which Are Added Other Stories for the Young" by Philip Barrett is a collection of moral tales and inspirational stories written in the mid-19th century. This compilation centers on themes of perseverance, faith, and character development, particularly aimed at a young audience. The opening stories introduce characters who face severe challenges or moral dilemmas, emphasizing the importance of good conduct, love, and kindness. At the start of the volume, Barrett begins with the story of John McDonough, a heroic figure who bravely rescues people from a sinking ship, intertwining his tale with a call to faith and righteousness. The narrative reflects on the nature of true heroism and the importance of being a positive influence within the community. Following this, the story of a deaf shoemaker showcases a life of perseverance despite significant obstacles, inspiring readers to recognize that one's worth is not dictated by physical limitations but by their character and contributions to society. This opening serves as a precursor to the morals and lessons that permeate the rest of the stories in the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's poetry |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Subject | Sunday school literature |
| Subject | Christian life -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Children's literature -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 52296 |
| Release Date | Jun 10, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 97 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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