Letters from the coffin-trenches
by Ken Catran
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
During World War I, a young soldier named Thomas writes letters home from the trenches. He describes the harsh realities of war and his longing for peace.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual content is absent.
Graphic descriptions of trench warfare and casualties are present.
Some mild profanity may be present.
Blasphemy is absent.
The psychological toll of war is evident.
Soldiers experience trauma and despair.
The descriptions of war can be disturbing.
Occult or witchcraft is absent.
LGBTQ+ prominence and affirmation are absent.
The worldview is grim, focusing on the futility of war.
Military leaders are portrayed as distant.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThomas shows courage in enduring the war.
Christian faith is absent.
Love for family and country is a motivation.
Hope for survival and return home is present.
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