Being A Boy

By Charles Dudley Warner

Book Overview

Being A Boy is a classic coming-of-age book written by Charles Dudley Warner, originally published in 1877. The book is a memoir of Warner's own childhood experiences growing up in rural Connecticut during the mid-1800s. It is a nostalgic look back at a simpler time, before the advent of modern technology, when boys spent their days exploring the outdoors, playing games, and learning valuable life lessons.The book is divided into several chapters, each one focusing on a different aspect of boyhood. Topics covered include fishing, hunting, camping, playing sports, and attending school. Warner also delves into more philosophical themes, such as the importance of honesty, integrity, and hard work.Throughout the book, Warner emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and independence, encouraging boys to take risks and learn from their mistakes. He also celebrates the joys of childhood, from the thrill of catching a fish to the camaraderie of playing with friends.Being A Boy is a charming and insightful book that offers a glimpse into a bygone era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of childhood or the simple pleasures of life.One of the best things in the world to be is a boy; it requires no experience, though it needs some practice to be a good one. The disadvantage of the position is that it does not last long enough; it is soon over; just as you get used to being a boy, you have to be something else, with a good deal more work to do and not half so much fun.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419109537
• ISBN13: 9781419109539
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 76 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7