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Teens · Ages 13–17

The last guru

by Daniel Manus Pinkwater

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1978

A young boy named Fred goes on a journey to find the last guru, encountering eccentric characters and unusual situations along the way.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

2/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy10

The concept of 'guru' and spiritual seeking is present.

Substance Use0

There is no mention of substance abuse.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm are not themes in this book.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft10

The search for a guru touches on spiritual practices.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The book explores Eastern spiritual concepts outside Christianity.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice5

Fred shows some courage in his journey.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith is not a focus of this story.

Love & Friendship5

Fred shows some care for the people he meets.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace and mercy are not central themes.

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