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Title: The sailor's home : Or, the girdle of truth
Original Publication: United Kingdom: Gall & Inglis, 1875.
Summary: "The sailor's home: Or, the girdle of truth" by A. L. O. E. is a fictional narrative written during the Victorian era. This book delves into the themes of honor, truth, and the challenges faced by a sailor named Ned Franks as he navigates life on land after serving in the Royal Navy. The story explores personal integrity and the consequences of deceit, highlighting the importance of honesty in both personal relationships and societal interactions. In the tale, Ned returns home to his sister Bessy after losing his arm during his naval service. He aims to settle into a quieter life, but soon finds himself embroiled in a community scandal when he is wrongfully accused of vandalism against a neighbor’s property. As he grapples with the repercussions of a lie and the various characters that surround him—including a manipulative sister and a judgmental landlord—Ned strives to uphold the values of truth and integrity. With the help of Mr. Curtis, the local vicar, Ned's character is ultimately vindicated, underscoring the central message that truth prevails and that one's integrity is paramount. The book offers a blend of drama and moral lessons, making it a reflective read on honesty and its crucial role in human relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: A. L. O. E., 1821-1893
EBook No.: 73200
Published: Mar 19, 2024
Downloads: 97
Language: English
Subject: Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Truthfulness and falsehood -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Diligence -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Malicious mischief -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The sailor's home : Or, the girdle of truth
Original Publication: United Kingdom: Gall & Inglis, 1875.
Summary: "The sailor's home: Or, the girdle of truth" by A. L. O. E. is a fictional narrative written during the Victorian era. This book delves into the themes of honor, truth, and the challenges faced by a sailor named Ned Franks as he navigates life on land after serving in the Royal Navy. The story explores personal integrity and the consequences of deceit, highlighting the importance of honesty in both personal relationships and societal interactions. In the tale, Ned returns home to his sister Bessy after losing his arm during his naval service. He aims to settle into a quieter life, but soon finds himself embroiled in a community scandal when he is wrongfully accused of vandalism against a neighbor’s property. As he grapples with the repercussions of a lie and the various characters that surround him—including a manipulative sister and a judgmental landlord—Ned strives to uphold the values of truth and integrity. With the help of Mr. Curtis, the local vicar, Ned's character is ultimately vindicated, underscoring the central message that truth prevails and that one's integrity is paramount. The book offers a blend of drama and moral lessons, making it a reflective read on honesty and its crucial role in human relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: A. L. O. E., 1821-1893
EBook No.: 73200
Published: Mar 19, 2024
Downloads: 97
Language: English
Subject: Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Truthfulness and falsehood -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Diligence -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Malicious mischief -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.