The Silver Bells: An Allegory (1873)

By Isaac Gregory Smith

Book Overview

The Silver Bells: An Allegory is a book written by I. Gregory Smith and published in 1873. It is a story that uses allegory, a literary device that uses symbolism to convey a deeper meaning, to explore themes of faith, hope, and redemption. The book follows the journey of a young boy named Tom, who is searching for the meaning of life. Along the way, he meets a wise old man who gives him a set of silver bells. The man tells Tom that each bell represents a different virtue or quality that he must learn to embody in order to find true happiness and fulfillment.As Tom travels through various trials and tribulations, he learns the importance of honesty, courage, kindness, and other virtues represented by the silver bells. Through his experiences, Tom comes to understand that the true meaning of life is not found in material possessions or worldly success, but in the relationships we form with others and the values we embody.The Silver Bells: An Allegory is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers of all ages. It is a reminder that the pursuit of happiness and fulfillment is not a destination, but a journey that requires us to cultivate the virtues and qualities that make us better people.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: 054871097X
• ISBN13: 9780548710975
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"