
CLINTON: OR, BOY-LIFE IN THE COUNTRY.
PREFACE.
Illustrations.
CHAPTER I. CLINTON, AND HIS HOME.
CHAPTER II. JERRY AND OSCAR.
CHAPTER III. TEMPTATION.
CHAPTER IV. CRIME.
CHAPTER V. THE EXAMINATION.
CHAPTER VI. JERRY AND CLINTON.
CHAPTER VII. DISCLOSURES.
Clinton spends his days at the Brookdale farm, tending ducks, keeping careful accounts, and inventing small fixes for household tasks. His mother Annie encourages his industrious spirit, while the open countryside fuels his inquisitive nature. The arrival of his friends Jerry and Oscar brings a lively contrast, as they propose a daring duck‑pond adventure that tempts Clinton to set aside his careful routine.
The story captures the ordinary pressure of peer influence, showing Clinton wrestling with the choice between fun and principle. Listeners hear the quiet tension of that moment, framed by vivid descriptions of farm life and simple chores. Through this gentle episode, the tale underscores how everyday decisions build character, offering a calm, reflective listening experience for anyone who values modest moral growth.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (320K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
Boston: Gould and Lincoln, 1853.
Credits
Bob Taylor, Richard Hulse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2024-01-21
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1822–1859
Best known as Walter Aimwell, this 19th-century American writer created earnest, story-driven books for young readers that mixed everyday adventure with lessons about character. His work reflects the strong moral tone of its era while still feeling lively and readable.
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