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_aWillard, James Hartwell, _d1847- |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Farmer Boy: The Story of Jacob |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2005-01-09 | ||
| 508 | _aE-text prepared by Al Haines | ||
| 520 | _a"The Farmer Boy: The Story of Jacob" by J. H. Willard is an illustrated children's book that falls under the category of historical biblical accounts, specifically aimed at young readers. Written in the early 20th century, it narrates the life of Jacob, a key figure in the Old Testament of the Bible, and emphasizes moral themes such as family dynamics, deception, and divine promise. The book offers an accessible retelling of Jacob's story that highlights his significant actions and the impact they had on his family and the Israelite nation. The tale begins with Jacob's birth as the younger twin of Esau, focusing on the contrasting personalities of the brothers. The narrative chronicles how Jacob, encouraged by his mother Rebekah, cunningly acquires his brother's birthright and later deceives their blind father, Isaac, to receive a blessing meant for Esau. This act ignites conflict, leading Jacob to flee to his uncle Laban's house, where he navigates further challenges, including working for seven years to marry the woman he loves, Rachel. The story unfolds through Jacob's encounters with divine beings and culminates in themes of reconciliation when he eventually reunites with Esau, underscoring the transformative power of faith and family. The book culminates in Jacob's blessings to his own sons and his final requests, making it a compelling tale for young readers to learn about important biblical values and lessons. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aBible stories -- Old Testament | ||
| 653 | _aBible. Old Testament -- Biography -- Juvenile literature | ||
| 653 | _aJacob (Biblical patriarch) -- Juvenile literature | ||
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