The pearl of charity : or, the chain and seals. by Madeline Leslie

"The Pearl of Charity: Or, The Chain and Seals" by Madeline Leslie is a moralistic children's novel written during the late 19th century. This book is likely intended for a young audience, emphasizing the importance of charity, kindness, and integrity among peers. Through its narrative, it conveys the timeless message that true character is demonstrated through one's actions and attitudes toward others. The story follows Frank Jocelyn, a bright and proud boy who is wrongfully suspected of theft after a valuable watch chain goes missing. As the tale unfolds, Frank's innocence and the struggle against gossip and judgment are put to the test, leading to emotional turmoil for him and his sister May. Their teacher, Mr. Monks, confesses his own past errors in judgment and highlights the significance of having charity toward others. Ultimately, the students learn to cultivate a spirit of kindness and charity, culminating in the formation of a "Charity Circle" that aims to promote goodwill among their community. The narrative demonstrates how misunderstandings can be resolved through open communication and compassion, reinforcing the book's central moral lesson. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Leslie, Madeline, 1815-1893
Title The pearl of charity : or, the chain and seals.
Original Publication Boston: A. F. Graves, 1868.
Series Title Mrs. Leslie's Bible pearls, series for boys ; vol. II
Reading Level Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Charity -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 71822
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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