Matthew Calbraith Perry
Age rating: Ages 12–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1963
This biography details the life and naval expeditions of Commodore Matthew Calbraith Perry, focusing on his role in opening Japan.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this biography.
Descriptions of naval battles and military actions are included.
Profanity is absent from the historical accounts.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this biography.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The book is factual and not intended to be scary.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The narrative reflects a 19th-century American perspective on expansion.
God or Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePerry demonstrates courage and determination in his missions.
Christian faith is not a focus of this biography.
The focus is on historical actions, not personal love.
Themes of grace and repentance are not present.
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