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Philosopher Jack is a novel written by R.M. Ballantyne. The book follows the story of Jack, a young boy who is orphaned at a young age and is taken in by his uncle. Jack's uncle is a philosopher and teaches him the ways of the world, encouraging him to question everything and... Read Full Overview

Philosopher Jack is a novel written by R.M. Ballantyne that tells the story of Jack Brown, a young man who is determined to become a philosopher. Jack is born into a poor family and has to work hard to make his way in the world. He is intelligent and curious, and he spends all... Read Full Overview

If the entire circuit of a friend's conversation were comprised in the words "Don't" and "Do,"-it might perhaps be taken for granted that his advice was not of much value; nevertheless, it is a fact that Philosopher Jack's most intimate and valuable-if not valued-friend never... Read Full Overview

If the entire circuit of a friend's conversation were comprised in the words "Don't" and "Do,"-it might perhaps be taken for granted that his advice was not of much value; nevertheless, it is a fact that Philosopher Jack's most intimate and valuable-if not valued-friend never... Read Full Overview

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Robert Michael Ballantyne (24 April 1825 - 8 February 1894) was a Scottish author of juvenile fiction who wrote more than 100 books. He was also an accomplished artist, and exhibited some of his water-colours at the Royal Scottish Academy. In 1848 he published his first book... Read Full Overview

Philosopher Jack is a novel written by R.M. Ballantyne. The story revolves around the protagonist, Jack Brown, who is a young man with a passion for philosophy. Jack is determined to become a philosopher and spends most of his time reading and studying. However, his dream is... Read Full Overview

If the entire circuit of a friend's conversation were comprised in the words "Don't" and "Do,"-it might perhaps be taken for granted that his advice was not of much value; nevertheless, it is a fact that Philosopher Jack's most intimate and valuable-if not valued-friend never... Read Full Overview

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"Philosopher Jack" from R. M. Ballantyne. Scottish author of juvenile fiction who wrote more than 100 books (1825-1894).