The Bobbin Boy; or, How Nat Got His learning by William Makepeace Thayer
"The Bobbin Boy; or, How Nat Got His Learning" by William Makepeace Thayer is a novel written in the mid-19th century. This story follows a young boy named Nat, who demonstrates industriousness and optimism as he navigates childhood challenges while aspiring to gain knowledge and success despite his humble beginnings. The book is an inspirational tale aimed at youth, highlighting the importance of perseverance, self-reliance, and hard work in achieving one's goals.The opening of the book introduces us to a bright May morning where Nat is enthusiastically planting squashes under the guidance of his father. This scene sets the stage for Nat's character; he is portrayed as an optimistic and hardworking boy eager to learn and succeed. Despite his father's caution against expectations, Nat remains confident and determined, displaying traits such as self-reliance and personal initiative. As the narrative unfolds, it captures pivotal moments that shape Nat's formative years, including interactions with friends and the lessons he learns about responsibility and the value of labor. Through these early experiences, Thayer lays the groundwork for Nat’s journey of self-improvement and the development of qualities that will define his character throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Thayer, William Makepeace, 1820-1898 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Bobbin Boy; or, How Nat Got His learning |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Ted Garvin, Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | Banks, Nathaniel Prentiss, 1816-1894 |
| Subject | Self-culture -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Political oratory -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Statesmen -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Temperance -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19875 |
| Release Date | Nov 20, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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