Adrift in New York
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1900
A young boy named Tom Conway faces poverty and hardship in New York City, working to support himself and his family.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this 1900 novel.
Some mild peril and hardship are depicted for the protagonist.
No profanity is present in this classic story.
No blasphemy is present in this historical novel.
No substance use is depicted in this story.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
No scary or horror elements are present.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The narrative emphasizes hard work and self-reliance, a common worldview of the era.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTom shows courage facing adversity and working for his family's well-being.
Faith is implied through moral lessons rather than explicit Christian practice.
Family loyalty and responsibility are central themes for Tom.
The story promotes perseverance and moral uprightness as paths to success.
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