The Boy Patriot by Edward Sylvester Ellis

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Author Ellis, Edward Sylvester, 1840-1916
Title The Boy Patriot
Note Reading ease score: 78.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Boy Patriot" by Edward Sylvester Ellis is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story takes place during the early 19th century, following the life of Blair Robertson, a young boy from Fairport, Maine, who is deeply influenced by the patriotic fervor surrounding the War of 1812. As the novel unfolds, Blair grapples with the responsibilities and moral dilemmas of being a true patriot while developing a sense of compassion and duty toward others, including an English boy whom he saves. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Fairport, a coastal town with a rich setting shaped by the struggles of its early settlers. In the initial chapters, Blair captivates his peers with impassioned speeches against British oppression but soon faces a crisis when he mistakenly leads his friends to toss an innocent English boy, Hal, into the water. As he rescues Hal, Blair’s mother imparts wisdom on the true meaning of patriotism, and Blair begins to learn about the importance of integrity and moral character. The dynamics between Blair, Hal, and the other boys set the stage for a deeper exploration of friendship, loyalty, and the essence of being a patriot in turbulent times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 21125
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Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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