yayitskristin's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
sbrooks7264's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
5.0
barbarak's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
courtlane's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
informative
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
leahegood's review against another edition
5.0
It's probably been a decade since I last read Laura Ingalls Wilder's [b:Farmer Boy|1079587|Farmer Boy (Little House, #3)|Laura Ingalls Wilder|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1384259369l/1079587._SX50_.jpg|1366740]. I remember it being my favorite and most read of her books, and upon re-reading I quickly figured out why that was. Almanzo was as obsessed with horses as I was!
It took me a little bit to adjust to the older writing style and lack of defined plot movement, but once I was adjusted, the wholesome old-fashionedness was so refreshing! There is an acceptance of discipline alongside very real and recognized affection.
At nine and ten years old, Almanzo is left to figure out how to train a pair of oxen on his own and dig himself out of the mistakes he makes. He is expected to participate in big ways on the farm, and he takes great satisfaction in his contribution. Working alongside his father takes priority over formal schooling, but the lessons he learns threshing grain and selling hay are every bit as important as the ones within the classroom walls.
I found myself taking Pa Wilder's advice to Almanzo and applying it to evaluate my own habits of consumerism and work ethic.
If you haven't read this in a while (or never read it at all) it's worth blowing the dust off and revisiting it.
It took me a little bit to adjust to the older writing style and lack of defined plot movement, but once I was adjusted, the wholesome old-fashionedness was so refreshing! There is an acceptance of discipline alongside very real and recognized affection.
At nine and ten years old, Almanzo is left to figure out how to train a pair of oxen on his own and dig himself out of the mistakes he makes. He is expected to participate in big ways on the farm, and he takes great satisfaction in his contribution. Working alongside his father takes priority over formal schooling, but the lessons he learns threshing grain and selling hay are every bit as important as the ones within the classroom walls.
I found myself taking Pa Wilder's advice to Almanzo and applying it to evaluate my own habits of consumerism and work ethic.
If you haven't read this in a while (or never read it at all) it's worth blowing the dust off and revisiting it.
jessicatamm92's review against another edition
5.0
One of my favorite series as a kid! For a year I was even signed up with scholastic where I received the whole series in paperback and got to do little fun crafts and things. :) I've watched COUNTLESS episodes with my mother and had fun comparing the books to the show. This series will always hold a special place in my heart.
hstapp's review against another edition
2.0
All Almanzo remembers from his childhood is how much he loved food. Most of the book is about what he liked to eat. The rest of the books has situations similar to sections of my childhood that I didn't like, so I did not much enjoy the book.
annesofielovesliterature's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
3.75