A Hero: Philip's Book (1853)
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ISBN10: 1166449491
ISBN13: 9781166449490
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 182
Weight: 0.55
Height: 0.39 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781166449490
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 182
Weight: 0.55
Height: 0.39 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Hero: Philip's Book is a novel written by Dinah Maria Craik and originally published in 1853. The story revolves around the life of a young man named Philip Tempest, who is raised in a wealthy family and is expected to follow in his father's footsteps as a successful businessman. However, Philip has a strong desire to become a hero and make a difference in the world.As the story progresses, Philip faces various challenges and obstacles that test his strength and character. He falls in love with a woman named Mildred, but their relationship is threatened by the disapproval of her family and the interference of a rival suitor. Meanwhile, Philip's father disapproves of his son's dreams and tries to force him into a career in business.Despite these challenges, Philip remains determined to follow his own path and become a hero. He sets out on a journey to Africa to help fight against slavery and oppression, and faces danger and hardship along the way. Ultimately, Philip's bravery and selflessness lead him to become a true hero, both in the eyes of those around him and in his own heart.A Hero: Philip's Book is a stirring tale of courage, love, and the pursuit of one's dreams. It explores themes of social class, family expectations, and the struggle to find one's place in the world. With its vivid characters and gripping plot, this novel is a timeless classic that has captivated readers for generations.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.
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