The war-trail
by Mayne Reid
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1857
A young white boy named Tom joins a Native American tribe and learns their ways.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Depicts battles, hunting, and tribal conflicts.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
Some intense and dangerous situations occur.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
Presents a romanticized view of Native American culture.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTom and tribal members show bravery in survival and conflict.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Themes of loyalty and camaraderie within the tribe are present.
Some lessons about respect for nature and different cultures.
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