The Tennessee Shad
by Owen Johnson
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1911
A young man named Owen navigates the challenges of boarding school and his own ambition in this classic coming-of-age story.
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.
Some mild bullying and roughhousing occur among students.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous content is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
No scary or horror elements are present.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is generally secular, focusing on personal achievement.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceOwen shows courage in facing school challenges and his own fears.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendships develop, showing some aspects of loyalty and support.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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