Percy Wynn, or Making a Boy of Him
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Percy Wynn, an only boy raised in a family of ten sisters, is sent to St. Maure's boarding school. He is painfully shy, which prompts Tom Playfair and his friends to take him under their wing and attempt to toughen him up. Percy learns to play sports, stand up for himself, and develop a sense of camaraderie. Along the way, he discovers the value of friendship and self-acceptance.Book Details
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Francis J. Finn, S.J.
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Francis J. Finn, S.J. was an American Jesuit priest and author who lived from 1859 to 1928. He is best known for his books, which were primarily aimed at young Catholic boys, and are still popular tod...
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