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The Old Man and the Boy

By: Robert Ruark
Narrated by: Norman Dietz
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This classic captures the endearing relationship between a man and his grandson as they fish and hunt the lakes and woods of North Carolina. All the while the Old Man acts as teacher and guide, passing on his wisdom and life experiences to the boy, who listens in rapt fascination.

©1957 Robert C. Ruark (P)2017 Tantor Anthologies Anthologies & Short Stories Classics Fiction Short Stories Witty Thought-Provoking Funny
Nostalgic Storytelling • Vivid Descriptions • Perfect Narration • Heartwarming Relationships • Timeless Wisdom
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The terminology suits the time period and some may find those terms “offensive” but frankly they are all terms of endearment filled with symbolic respect and community. The heart beat of this story is beneficial to all who read it and can glean its message of the value and elegance of multigenerational conveyance of wisdom for living, thriving and simply wringing out the simple joys of life.

Simply wonderful

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a book everybody and every man should read and take notes because the old mans wisdom is timeless and true.

excellent

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I've read this book several times sthe age of 14. Just how the old man took the boy on many adventures, I now am the old man taking my grandson on adventure. A gem to hand down through the generations. Learn what life is supposed to be.

Miss the good old days with papa..

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I wish there were more stories like this! I am 61 and I grew up when grandpa's took this kind of time for their grands!

fantastic story!

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this book is a combination of people coming of age in their young age and old age, and the wonders and beauties of being in God's country hunting and fishing and being part of the environment! I learned a lot about hunting and fishing techniques and cooking the wild game. and I liked the rhythm and nature of the prose. The story was heartwarming and at times a bit philosophical in a good way. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, although I did have to skip through some of the woman bashing, which did not seem like satire or hyperbole at times, but rather genuine. But this book is still worthy of a good read or listen and I stand better for having listened to this book.

Great stuff except for the women bashing

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This is a great book about hunting, fishing, and life. It reminds me of my own life so far… 😁

Passing knowledge from the older to the younger generation

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Lots of fun mixed in with deep thoughts on living
I feel bad for those who never enjoyed spending time with a role model in Nature

Great story. It reminded me of my Dad

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I read this book 55 years ago and multiple times since then. Loved the audio version. This book transcends generations and is a great read.

Wonderful book

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This book took me back in time to my upbringing with my grandfather. Papaw (Otis) was The Old Man and Mamaw (Ann) was Mrs. Lottie. Fortunately he lived until I was 51, so our hunts and fishing trips spanned many well-lived years❤️

A replay of my childhood

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A period book that wraps the importance of teaching a child how to be an adult with the emphasis of the power of honesty , character and appreciation.

Shared a lost way of living-shared the importance of family.

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