Ten Boys from History by Kate Dickinson Sweetser is a collection of biographical stories focused on young men who achieved remarkable things during their childhood. The book emphasizes courage as a common thread throughout these narratives.
- Stephen and Nicholas: Two boys who participated in the unusual Children's Crusade.
- Peter of Haarlem: A young Dutch boy credited with saving his country by plugging a hole in a dike.
- David: The shepherd boy from the Bible who defeated the giant Goliath.
- Louis XVII: The uncrowned boy king of France during the French Revolution.
- Edward the Black Prince: A skilled warrior who fought in the Hundred Years' War while still a teenager.
- Tad Lincoln: Son of Abraham Lincoln, nicknamed "Tyrant Tad" for his mischievous childhood antics.
- Hugh of Lincoln: A talented choirboy whose story is shrouded in mystery.
- David Farragut: A courageous young midshipman in the American Navy.
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: A child prodigy who displayed exceptional musical talent at a young age.
Sweetser's aim is to inspire young readers by showcasing the potential for achievement and the importance of courage in these historical figures.
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