The Prince of Frogtown
Rick Bragg
The Prince of Frogtown
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Rick Bragg
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
A vivid journey through the challenging life of a man battling alcoholism in the rural South, intertwined with heartfelt reflections on fatherhood and personal growth. This story explores the complex bonds between fathers and sons across generations, revealing struggles, resilience, and love. Readers will witness a powerful blend of past hardships and present hopes.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include substance use, illness & injury, death of major character. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781400040407
- Pages
- 288
- Publisher
- Knopf
- Published
- May 6, 2008
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 81,400
- Read-Aloud
- ~9h 3m
- Text Density
- Dense