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100 1 _aLeslie, Madeline,
_d1815-1893
245 1 0 _aDiligent Dick
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2023
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aHappy home stories for boys ; 1
500 _aRelease date is 2023-08-26
520 _a"Diligent Dick: or, the Young Farmer" by Madeline Leslie is a children's novel written during the late 19th century. This book follows the adventures of a young boy, Richard Monroe Stuart, nicknamed Dick, who aspires to take on responsibilities and challenges of adulthood at a tender age. The story encapsulates themes of diligence, entrepreneurship, and moral virtues, emphasizing the importance of hard work and integrity in achieving one's goals. The narrative chronicles Dick's journey as he navigates through various endeavors, such as seeking a job to supply evergreens for church decorations, managing farm chores, and even venturing out to buy a cow for his family. Through a series of misadventures, including a humorous episode involving his school performance and a concerning incident of disobedience, Dick learns vital lessons about responsibility and the consequences of his actions. Throughout the book, Dick’s character evolves as he faces challenges that test his resolve and dedication, all while maintaining a cheerful disposition and love for his family. The story ultimately paints a heartwarming portrait of a young boy distinguishing himself through hard work and perseverance, encouraging young readers to find value in diligence and virtue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cBoston: Young & Bartlett, 1871
653 _aChristian life -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aCountry life -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aDiligence -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aMothers and sons -- Juvenile fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71493
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