Only earth and sky last forever
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1972
A young boy named Ben survives the harsh realities of the American frontier after his family is killed.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Depicts the violence of frontier life and conflict.
Some mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemous language is used.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No suicide or self-harm themes are explored.
Some tense and potentially frightening situations occur.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story focuses on survival in a historical setting.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBen displays significant courage and resilience to survive.
Faith is not a central theme, but characters endure hardship.
Memories of family and the drive to survive show a form of love.
Themes of survival and overcoming adversity are prominent.
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