Sleeping mines
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1951
This historical novel follows a young woman's experiences in a mining town during the early 20th century.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mild romantic elements are present.
There are descriptions of mining accidents and dangers.
Some infrequent, mild profanity may occur.
No blasphemous language is present.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Descriptions of mining dangers can be unsettling.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story reflects a secular, working-class worldview.
God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display courage facing dangerous work and social issues.
A general sense of community faith may be implied.
Family and community support are important themes.
Kindness and mutual aid are shown among characters.
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