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The patriot boy, or, The life and career of Major-General Ormsby M. Mitchel cover
Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The patriot boy, or, The life and career of Major-General Ormsby M. Mitchel

by P. C. Headley

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1865

The Patriot Boy tells the inspiring life story of Major-General Ormsby M. Mitchel.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

31/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this biography.

Violence / Gore30

Military campaigns and battles are described.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from this 19th-century biography.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is featured in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Themes of suicide or self-harm are absent.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some war-related descriptions may be intense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this work.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is patriotic and emphasizes duty.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Major-General Mitchel displays significant courage and leadership.

Faith & Hope20

Faith is mentioned but not a central theme.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty to country and comrades is highlighted.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The story celebrates achievement and service.

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