| Author |
Unknown |
| Title |
Daniel's Youth
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
hekula03 and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
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| Summary |
"Daniel's Youth" by Unknown is a moralistic narrative likely written in the late 19th century. It serves as a didactic work aimed at young readers, emphasizing the importance of integrity, purpose, and moral character through the biblical figure of Daniel. The book seeks to instill values associated with religious obedience and personal determination, framed within the historical context of Daniel’s life as he navigates challenges during his time in Babylon. The story contrasts the character of Daniel with three other boys who represent different attitudes toward ambition and success. Daniel's unwavering commitment to his principles and his refusal to compromise his values are central themes. The narrative illustrates the consequences of having superficial intentions versus a true purpose rooted in the heart, using the examples of Henry, Richard, and James Ferrier - each highlighting various approaches to ambition and integrity. Through these characters, the book ultimately conveys that true greatness comes from a resolute commitment to one's moral convictions, akin to the steadfastness practiced by Daniel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Christian literature for children
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| Subject |
Chapbooks
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65184 |
| Release Date |
Apr 28, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 30, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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