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Teens · Ages 13–16

The life and death of a brave bull

by Maia Wojciechowska

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1972

This book tells the story of a young boy who dreams of becoming a bullfighter in Spain.

Concern Level

20/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore30

The bullfighting scenes involve the inherent danger and injury to bulls.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed in the book.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain horror or scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story is rooted in Spanish culture and traditions.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively as they are not present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist demonstrates significant courage pursuing bullfighting.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this story.

Love & Friendship20

Familial love and support are present for the protagonist.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not central to the plot.

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