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Teens · Ages 13–17

James Oglethorpe

by Aileen Wells Parks

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1958

This historical fiction novel follows James Oglethorpe's founding of Georgia and his interactions with the indigenous Yamacraw tribe.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore10

Some historical depictions of conflict and hardship exist.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The narrative reflects a colonial worldview of the time.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Oglethorpe shows courage in establishing a new colony.

Faith & Hope10

Christian faith is a background element of the colonial setting.

Love & Friendship20

Oglethorpe demonstrates a form of love for his colonists.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of mercy are present in Oglethorpe's dealings.

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