Rough road to glory
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1958
A young man strives for success in the competitive world of professional boxing.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentHints of romantic relationships and attraction may be present.
Boxing matches involve significant physical violence and injury.
Some mild to moderate profanity may be used by characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance use is depicted in the story.
The book does not feature suicide or self-harm.
The story is not scary or horror-themed.
No occult or witchcraft elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The pursuit of personal glory might be emphasized over other values.
God or Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist displays significant courage and perseverance in boxing.
Christian faith is not a focus of the narrative.
Some emphasis on loyalty and camaraderie exists.
Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are not explored.
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