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Conquest and self-conquest, or, Which makes the hero cover
Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Conquest and self-conquest, or, Which makes the hero

by Maria J. McIntosh

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1853

This novel explores the nature of heroism through the contrasting lives and choices of its characters.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

31/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this 19th-century novel.

Violence / Gore10

Mild conflict and challenges are present, but not graphic violence.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from this historical text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is included in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

This story does not feature suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing0

The book contains no frightening or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes are absent from this narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality5

The worldview emphasizes personal responsibility and moral development.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters demonstrate courage in overcoming personal flaws and societal pressures.

Faith & Hope25

Faith is presented as a guiding principle for moral action.

Love & Friendship35

Self-sacrificing actions and empathy are central to the definition of a hero.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The narrative explores themes of redemption and moral growth.

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