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My Boyhood: A Story Book For Boys is a memoir written by Henry C. Barkley and first published in 1877. The book recounts the author's childhood experiences growing up in rural America during the mid-19th century. It is written in a narrative style and is aimed at young boys as a means of providing them with moral guidance and inspiration.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which tells a different story from Barkley's childhood. The stories cover a range of topics, including the importance of hard work, the value of education, and the virtues of honesty, courage, and kindness. Some of the stories are humorous, while others are more serious and reflect the challenges that Barkley faced as a young boy.Throughout the book, Barkley emphasizes the importance of moral character and the role that it plays in shaping one's life. He also stresses the importance of family and community, and the ways in which they can provide support and guidance to young people.Overall, My Boyhood is a charming and engaging memoir that offers a unique glimpse into life in rural America during the mid-19th century. It is a valuable resource for young readers seeking inspiration and guidance as they navigate the challenges of growing up.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
