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The Life of Our Lord: Written for His Children During the Years 1846 to 1849

Charles Dickens
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The Life of Our Lord: Written for His Children During the Years 1846 to 1849

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1999

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Charles Dickens

The Life of Our Lord: Written for His Children During the Years 1846 to 1849

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

128

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

The Life of Our Lord: Written for His Children During the Years 1846 to 1849 is a personal account by Charles Dickens, intended for his children, recounting the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Written in a simple and accessible style, Dickens introduces his family to Christian values and stories, emphasizing kindness and moral responsibility.

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Informative

Emotional

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.4

3,158 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews of The Life of Our Lord: Written for His Children During the Years 1846 to 1849 by Charles Dickens highlight its heartfelt simplicity and accessibility for children. Praised for its warmth and sincerity, some critique its lack of theological depth. Critics acknowledge Dickens' genuine intent but feel it lacks his usual narrative flair.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Life of Our Lord: Written for His Children During the Years 1846 to 1849?

A reader who enjoys The Life of Our Lord by Charles Dickens likely appreciates heartfelt, personal narratives blending faith and literature. This book appeals to fans of The Pilgrim's Progress or Mere Christianity, seeking a gentle introduction to Christian teachings with a historical context and classic literary style.

4.4

3,158 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

128

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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