The forsaken infant
by Thomas Day
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1806
A story about a forsaken infant and their journey.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this historical narrative.
The infant faces hardship and abandonment, implying difficult circumstances.
Profanity is absent in this early 19th-century text.
Religious themes are present, but not blasphemous.
Substance use is not depicted in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The themes of abandonment might be emotionally challenging.
Occult or witchcraft elements are not included.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
A moralistic worldview is present, common for its era.
No specific portrayal of Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe infant's survival shows resilience.
Religious sentiment is present, reflecting the era's context.
Compassion is shown by some characters towards the infant.
The narrative implies a need for redemption or care.
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