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Teens · Ages 13–17

Damals war es Friedrich

by Hans Peter Richter

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1963

This historical novel tells the story of a young Jewish boy named Friedrich Schneider living in Berlin during the rise of Nazism.

Concern Level

53/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore30

The book depicts the increasing persecution and violence against Jews.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included in the story.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

The story touches on the despair and hopelessness of the situation.

Scary / Disturbing10

The atmosphere becomes increasingly tense and frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes are absent from the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this historical context.

Worldview & Spirituality50

The book portrays the devastating consequences of a hateful ideology.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal60

Christians are portrayed both passively and actively in the face of evil.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Friedrich and his family show quiet courage in their circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central element of this narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and family bonds are tested and strained.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of repentance or mercy are not explicitly explored.

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