The Story Of A Bad Boy

"The Story of a Bad Boy" is a seminal work in American children's literature, often considered the first realistic children's novel. Thomas Bailey Aldrich's semi-autobiographical account follows young Tom Bailey and his adventures, friendships, and scrapes in the fictional New England town of Rivermouth (based on Portsmouth, New Hampshire) in the mid-19th century. It explores themes of childhood freedom, the challenges of growing up, and the enduring bonds of friendship with a gentle humor and nostalgic tone. Parents will appreciate its historical significance and its portrayal of a bygone era of childhood.

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