Half a dozen boys : An every-day story by Anna Chapin Ray

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Author Ray, Anna Chapin, 1865-1945
LoC No. 07036653
Title Half a dozen boys : An every-day story
Original Publication New York: Thomas Y. Crowell & Co., 1890.
Note Reading ease score: 87.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Al Haines
Summary "Half a Dozen Boys: An Every-Day Story" by Anna Chapin Ray is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the lives of six boys, primarily focusing on their everyday experiences and challenges as they navigate childhood, friendship, and personal hardships. The narrative begins with the introduction of characters like Rob and Fred, setting the stage for their adventures and emotional growth. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the backdrop of a New England town and the warm, communal interactions of its youth. The opening scene takes place in a church, where Rob is concerned about his friend Fred, who is struggling with sight loss after an illness. As conversations unfold between Rob and his cousin Bess, we learn about Fred's condition and the impact of his blindness on his relationships with the other boys. Bess, determined to support Fred, expresses her commitment to help him cope during his difficult transition, laying the groundwork for the themes of friendship and resilience that will resonate throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Dogs -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Boys -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Kindness -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Cousins -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Courtship -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Parent and child -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Human-animal relationships -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Pride and vanity -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Blind children -- Juvenile fiction
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