Ship's boy with Magellan
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1960
A young boy named Antonio joins Ferdinand Magellan's expedition, experiencing the hardships and wonders of the first circumnavigation of the globe.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
The narrative depicts the dangers and violence of sea voyages.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some suspense arises from the perilous journey.
No occult elements are present in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story reflects a 16th-century worldview and religious context.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAntonio shows immense courage enduring the arduous voyage.
The historical context includes religious faith of the era.
Loyalty and camaraderie are shown among the crew.
The narrative does not focus on grace or repentance.
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