The soldier boy, or, Tom Somers in the army
by Oliver Optic
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1864
Tom Somers enlists in the army and experiences camp life and drills during wartime.
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 novel.
Mentions of war and military action are present.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.
The focus is on military life, not horror.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story reflects a 19th-century perspective on duty.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTom shows courage in joining the army.
General references to God and prayer appear.
Comradeship among soldiers is a theme.
Themes of duty and honor are present.
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