The man who enjoyed grumbling
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1986
A man who enjoys grumbling finds his life disrupted by a series of unusual events that challenge his pessimistic outlook.
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 the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
No scary or horror elements are present.
The story has a touch of magical realism and the unusual.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The worldview is somewhat whimsical and challenges assumptions.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe grumbler shows a reluctant courage to face change.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Some underlying themes of connection may be present.
Themes of perspective and finding joy are explored.
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