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Title: Historic Boys: Their Endeavours, Their Achievements, and Their Times
Contents: Marcus of Rome -- Brian of Munster -- Olaf of Norway -- William of Normandy -- Baldwin of Jerusalem -- Frederick of Hohenstaufen -- Harry of Monmouth -- Giovanni of Florence -- Ixtlil' of Tezcuco -- Louis of Bourbon -- Charles of Sweden -- Van Rensselaer of Rensselaerswyck.
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Summary: "Historic Boys: Their Endeavours, Their Achievements, and Their Times" by E. S. Brooks is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book presents the inspiring stories of notable young boys from various cultures and epochs who made significant impacts in history before reaching adulthood. The opening chapter introduces Marcus Annius Verus, who later becomes the famous Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, depicting his childhood and early accomplishments, which embody ideals of bravery, duty, and Stoic philosophy. At the start of the narrative, we are transported to the 2nd century A.D. in Italy, where we meet Marcus, a boy of sixteen who is unexpectedly appointed as prefect of Rome while the magistrates are away. The chapter unfolds with Marcus engaging in playful antics with his friends, highlighting his boyish nature amidst the responsibilities he soon faces. As he navigates his role in the court, the young magistrate demonstrates keen judgment and a strong moral compass, particularly when he confronts a deceitful shepherd seeking justice for fictitious injustices. Through Marcus’ trials and principles, the reader gets a glimpse of a promising leader in the making, setting the tone for a series that celebrates young individuals who shaped their times through courage and virtue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Brooks, Elbridge S. (Elbridge Streeter), 1846-1902
Illustrator: Birch, Reginald B. (Reginald Bathurst), 1856-1943
Illustrator: Schönberg, John
EBook No.: 27157
Published: Nov 4, 2008
Downloads: 457
Language: English
Subject: Boys -- Biography
Subject: Biography -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: History: Biography
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Historic Boys: Their Endeavours, Their Achievements, and Their Times
Contents: Marcus of Rome -- Brian of Munster -- Olaf of Norway -- William of Normandy -- Baldwin of Jerusalem -- Frederick of Hohenstaufen -- Harry of Monmouth -- Giovanni of Florence -- Ixtlil' of Tezcuco -- Louis of Bourbon -- Charles of Sweden -- Van Rensselaer of Rensselaerswyck.
Credits: E-text prepared by Brownfox and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Historic Boys: Their Endeavours, Their Achievements, and Their Times" by E. S. Brooks is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book presents the inspiring stories of notable young boys from various cultures and epochs who made significant impacts in history before reaching adulthood. The opening chapter introduces Marcus Annius Verus, who later becomes the famous Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, depicting his childhood and early accomplishments, which embody ideals of bravery, duty, and Stoic philosophy. At the start of the narrative, we are transported to the 2nd century A.D. in Italy, where we meet Marcus, a boy of sixteen who is unexpectedly appointed as prefect of Rome while the magistrates are away. The chapter unfolds with Marcus engaging in playful antics with his friends, highlighting his boyish nature amidst the responsibilities he soon faces. As he navigates his role in the court, the young magistrate demonstrates keen judgment and a strong moral compass, particularly when he confronts a deceitful shepherd seeking justice for fictitious injustices. Through Marcus’ trials and principles, the reader gets a glimpse of a promising leader in the making, setting the tone for a series that celebrates young individuals who shaped their times through courage and virtue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Brooks, Elbridge S. (Elbridge Streeter), 1846-1902
Illustrator: Birch, Reginald B. (Reginald Bathurst), 1856-1943
Illustrator: Schönberg, John
EBook No.: 27157
Published: Nov 4, 2008
Downloads: 457
Language: English
Subject: Boys -- Biography
Subject: Biography -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: History: Biography
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.