The Emigrant's lost son, or, Life alone in the forest
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1855
A young boy is lost alone in the forest and must rely on his wits and faith to survive and find his way back.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThis survival story contains no sexual content.
The boy faces dangers in the forest, implying some threat.
Profanity is absent from this wilderness survival narrative.
No blasphemy is present in the boy's solitary struggle.
Substance use is not depicted in this survival tale.
This book does not include themes of suicide or self-harm.
The isolation and dangers of the forest can be mildly scary.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured in this story.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent from this wilderness adventure.
A reliance on God is implied in the boy's survival.
The protagonist is portrayed as resourceful and resilient.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boy exhibits immense courage facing the wilderness alone.
Faith is a quiet but present element in his survival.
Love is shown through the desire to return home.
The story implies learning from hardship and perseverance.
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