Boys Of Courage

Book Review: Little Sir Galahad

Little Sir Galahad, by Lillian Holmes

Review by Matthew Harper

Publish date: First, 2003 (Lamplighter pub.), original 1904

Pages: 75

Age range: 7+

Time Period: England, 19th century

Review:

David was having such a good time playing in the snow, when the “sad thing” happened, and David could walk no more. Even though this tragedy happened, he was a very happy boy. Then, he meets a boy named Arthur, and Arthur tells him about knights and Sir Galahad. How David kept his joy, regained his strength, and kept faithful to Jesus, makes a great story.

In a nutshell:A great story, if you think you are about to give up, read this book! Great for a person who loves knights.

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Book Review: The Boy Who Never Lost A Chance

The Boy Who Never Lost A Chance, by Annette Lyster

Review by Matthew Harper

Publish date: First 2004, (Lamplighter pub.), original 1880

Pages: 106

Age Range: 9+

Time Period: England, 18th century

Review:

Roger Read is a homeless boy who needs money, but he is getting that money at other people’s expense. He is doing things for money when he should have offered to do it for free. Then, when he goes to a Sunday School for boys, his life changes. Roger finally learns to give to others as Jesus did on the cross.

In a nutshell:A very good book, this is for the entrepreneur in your family. Read it!

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Book Review: Rising To The Top

Rising To The Top, by Mary E. Ropes

Review by Matthew Harper

Publish date: First, 2007, (Lamplighter pub.), original 1887

Pages: 92

Age Range: 8+

Time period: 18th century

Review:

Robert Martin’s mother has just died, so he has to go work at a rich Mr. Carlington’s house. He faces many difficulties, but his faith in Jesus gets him through hardships. It does have mystery in it, so it is a good book for you if you like mysteries!

In a nutshell: A very good book (Great for mystery lovers!), Read it now!

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Book Review: Clean Your Boots, Sir?

Clean Your Boots, Sir? by Anonymous

Review by Matthew Harper

Publish date: First, 1999, (Lamplighter pub.) original not known.

Pages: 119

Age Range: 8+

Time period: England, 18th century

Review:

Robert Rightheart has to support his family, a father who is sick, two brothers, and himself through cleaning shoes on the street side. When a man offers him a job on a ship, Robert agrees to take it. His life is full of hardships, but he holds fast to his belief in Jesus, which helps him get through every trial. Watch as the blessings that he receives is used in a way for others.

In a nutshell: A very good book, nothing bad about it! Read it today!

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Book Review: Sir Malcom and The Missing Prince

Sir Malcom and The Missing Prince, by Sidney Baldwin

Review by Matthew Harper

Publish Date: 2008,(Lamplighter pub.), original not known.

Age Range: 10+

Pages: 221

Time period: Unknown

Review:

The king’s disagreeable son, Prince Hubert, needs to be taught to have virtue, be a man, and work hard, but the king cannot come up with a way to do it. Then,one of his noblemen, Sir Malcom, comes up with an idea, an idea that may work! Find out in this interesting story what that idea was and how it played out.

In a nutshell: A very good book, all young men must read it!

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Book Review: Teddy’s Button

Teddy’s Button, by Amy Le Feuvre

Review by Matthew Harper

Publish date: 1890, (Lamplighter pub.)

Pages: 141

Age Range: 7+

Time period: England, 18th century

Review:

The main character in this story is Teddy, a boy who’s father died in a war. All that Teddy has to remember him by is his fathers button, which he loves dearly. This is the story of a young boy who tries to please his Savior, through everything. There are many trials, including a farmer who needs love, a girl who will not be his friend unless she has his button, and baddest of all, himself! He must “enlist” in God’s army to beat this powerful enemy.

In a nutshell: A very good book, nothing bad about it! Read it!

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Book Review: The Red Falcons of Tremoine

Red Falcons of Tremoine, by Hendry Peart

Review by Matthew Harper

Publish Date: 1956, (Bethlehem books)

Pages: 256

Age Range:10+

Time Period: Medieval Ages, 12th century

Review:

15 old Leo’s parentage history is known only by good Abbot Michael, a secret he has kept for thirteen years. When the news that the heir to Wardlock is killed in the Crusades, the abbot sets in motion events that cause Leo to use every bit of his wisdom, inside the abbey and on the outside! Then, it is made known that Leo is not only the heir to Wardlock, but also it’s fierce enemy Tremoine!

In a nutshell: A good book, a little blood, Leo gets angry many times, a courageous book, Leo learns to forgive others for their wrong-doings.

Game Review: Chess

Chess, Originating in India

review by Matthew Harper

Made in: India, 6th century A.D.

Age Range: 10+

Review:

A game for two players, and many pieces including pawns,king, queen,knights, bishops, and rooks. Challenges player’s thinking skills.

In a nutshell: A very good game, played in medieval times. In medieval times, you had to do several things to be a knight: one of them was being a skilled chess player. Play this game!

Movie Review: Pendragon

Pendragon Movie Poster

Pendragon, by Burn’s Family Studios

Review by Matthew Harper

Date made: 2008

Length: About 2 hours

Age Range: 12+

Time Period: Anglo-Saxon

Review:

As the Saxon’s fleet of warships descend on to England’s ground, the people are left to defend themselves against this Barbarian hord. They have to rely on The Lord to get them through the invasion.

In a nutshell: A very good movie, some blood, recommended for 12+, Shows what a true man is.

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Book Review: Little Pilgrim’s Progress

Little Pilgrim’s Progress, by Helen L. Taylor

Publish date: 2006, (Moody Pub.)

Pages: 336

Age Range: 8-11

Time Period: Knights, allegory

Review:

Little Christian faces many a trial on his long journey such as The Valley of Darkness, Vanity Fair, Self, and many more opponents. It is only the help from The King that gets him to the Celestial (Heavenly) City.

In a nutshell: A very good book, taken from John Bunyans original work, Mrs. Taylor has done a very good job.