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THE FARMER BOY, AND HOW HE BECAME COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF.
INTRODUCTION. - BY REV. WILLIAM M. THAYER.
PREFACE.
THE FARMER BOY.
INTRODUCTION.
I. GEORGE AT SCHOOL.
II. THE FIRST SORROW.
III. PLAYING SOLDIER.
IV. "RULES OF BEHAVIOR."
V. IN THE WILDERNESS.
From the fields of Virginia to the halls of destiny, this lively tribute follows a farm boy whose quiet determination and honesty plant the seeds of greatness. The narrative rolls through his childhood chores, friendships, and the simple virtues that shape his character, all told in a sprightly, accessible voice that feels like a conversation with a trusted mentor. Young listeners will hear how ordinary effort and steadfast loyalty begin to set the stage for a future leader.
The author, writing without sight and with limited hearing, brings a remarkable determination that adds depth to the telling, inviting readers to share in a purpose beyond the page. Interwoven with practical lessons, gentle humor, and reverent glimpses of the era’s faith, the story encourages children to reflect on duty, honesty, and service. It offers an inspiring, historically grounded portrait that aims to spark a love of country and a desire to emulate the virtues of an early American hero.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (414K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Garcia, Karen Dalrymple, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Kentuckiana Digital Library.)
Release date
2008-10-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1829–1915
Remembered as the "Blind Bard of Kentucky," this remarkable 19th-century writer turned profound disability into a life of invention, advocacy, and storytelling. His poems, songs, and children's books grew out of a long career spent expanding access for blind readers.
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