The Talisman: A Tale for Boys by Anonymous
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About this eBook
| Author | Anonymous |
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| Title | The Talisman: A Tale for Boys |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Talisman: A Tale for Boys" by Anonymous is a fictional narrative written in the early 19th century. The story follows a young boy named Frank Courtland, who is preparing to leave his rural home for school in Boston, marking a significant transition in his life. Throughout the book, themes of friendship, moral challenges, and the journey of growing up are explored as Frank navigates his new environment and the accompanying temptations. At the start of the tale, Frank is depicted as a bright and imaginative boy who has been raised in a loving home by his parents, particularly his mother, who has educated him. As his father announces plans for Frank to attend school, the boy grapples with excitement and reluctance about leaving home and the comforts of family. He receives a special talisman from his mother that symbolizes her moral guidance and protection, prompting him to reflect on the importance of making good choices in the face of new challenges. This opening sets the stage for Frank’s adventures and moral dilemmas as he embarks on this pivotal journey toward independence and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 44031 |
| Release Date | Oct 25, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 62 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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