False Friends, and The Sailor's Resolve by Unknown

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Author Unknown
Title False Friends, and The Sailor's Resolve
Credits E-text prepared by Sherry Hamby, Ted Garvin, Melissa Er-Raqabi, Jeannie Howse, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net)
Summary "False Friends, and The Sailor's Resolve" by Unknown is a literary work likely consisting of a moral tale or short story, written in the late 19th century. This dual-narrative book addresses themes of morality, temptation, and personal resolve, illustrating how one’s choices can lead to ruin or redemption. The stories explore the consequences of disobedience and the struggle against negative influences, all set against the backdrop of both societal expectations and personal introspection. The first part, "False Friends," tells the story of Philip, a young man whose reckless behavior and poor choices, influenced by unsavory companions, lead him to a life-threatening accident. His mother, Lady Grange, worries for his soul and the influence of those around him. As his father faces financial ruin, the family's dynamics shift, leading Philip to recognize the mistakes he has made, ultimately resulting in personal growth. In the second part, "The Sailor's Resolve," Jonas, an old sailor, reflects on his temper and its negative impact on his family. He resolves to change and tackles his anger through self-awareness and humility, ultimately teaching his nephew the importance of kindness over harshness. Together, these narratives deliver essential life lessons about the importance of character, the consequences of one's choices, and the redemptive power of love and faith. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Children's stories
Subject Temper -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Prayer -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 14543
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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