Tommy Remington's Battle: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Tommy Remington's Battle is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Stevenson, Burton Egbert (1872–1962).
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"Tommy Remington's Battle" by Burton Egbert Stevenson is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Tommy Remington, a young boy living in a mining community, who is inspired to learn to read and write by his schoolteacher, Miss Andrews. The narrative explores themes of perseverance, education, and community, as Tommy embarks on a quest for knowledge amidst the harsh realities of life in a coal-mining town. The beginning of the novel introduces Tommy as he navigates his daily life and the struggles of his mining family, highlighting the grim conditions they face. After a touching conversation with Miss Andrews, Tommy is motivated to attend school despite his father's initial reservations. He practices diligently, determined to break the cycle of illiteracy in his family. With each new letter learned, Tommy feels a sense of victory and hope. The narrative sets the stage for Tommy's journey of empowerment through education, revealing both his character and the impact of those around him.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Tommy Remington's Battle
- Author credits: Stevenson, Burton Egbert (1872–1962)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Family -- Juvenile fiction
- Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
- Miners -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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