The captain of Battery Park
by Eugene Pool
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1978
A young boy named Simon navigates the challenges of growing up in New York City during the Great Depression.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Some mild peril and conflict occur in the urban setting.
No profanity is present in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance abuse is depicted in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in this book.
No scary or horror elements are present in this book.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The story reflects a historical American worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSimon shows resilience in facing his challenges.
No explicit Christian faith elements are central to the story.
Family bonds and friendships are depicted.
No explicit themes of grace or repentance are central.
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