02286cam a22003133u 4500 7887 UtSlPG 20260610133214.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Walpole, Hugh, 1884-1941 Fortitude Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-04-01 Text file produced by The Distributed Proofreading Team HTML file produced by David Widger "Fortitude" by Hugh Walpole is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a twelve-year-old boy named Peter Westcott, who grapples with the complexities of childhood and the sometimes harsh realities of his life, particularly the fear and anticipation surrounding his father's punishments. The themes of courage, friendship, and the search for understanding are woven throughout Peter's experiences as he navigates interactions with various figures in his life, including his idolized friend Stephen Brant and the enigmatic Frosted Moses. At the start of the book, the scene is set in a warm, bustling inn on Christmas Eve, where Peter observes the adults around him, particularly an old man who speaks about courage, an idea that resonates deeply with him. As Peter contemplates the nature of life and the inevitability of punishment from his father, he displays a mix of bravery and vulnerability. The opening stresses the importance of courage in facing life's challenges while introducing the dynamic of Peter's relationships, particularly with Stephen, who represents strength and support for him. This set-up establishes a rich emotional landscape that invites readers to explore the journey of growing up amid fear, admiration, and the quest for acceptance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified London (England) -- Fiction Young men -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7887 49872 49872