Gem Of Self-Control: Or The West Indian Boy (1872)

By Madeline Leslie

Book Overview

Gem of Self-Control: Or The West Indian Boy is a novel written by Madeline Leslie and published in 1872. The story revolves around a young boy named Felix, who lives in the West Indies. Felix is an orphan and is taken in by a wealthy family who teach him the importance of self-control and discipline. Throughout the book, Felix faces many challenges and obstacles, but he always manages to remain calm and composed. He learns the value of hard work, honesty, and perseverance, and his experiences help him develop a strong sense of self-control. The novel is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of self-improvement, personal growth, and the importance of moral values. It also sheds light on the culture, traditions, and daily life of people living in the West Indies during the 19th century. Overall, Gem of Self-Control: Or The West Indian Boy is a heartwarming and inspiring story that teaches readers the importance of self-discipline and the power of a positive attitude.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: 1120286077
• ISBN13: 9781120286079
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"