Lillian Holmes
Age Range: 6-adult
Written in: 1904
When the townspeople of Alverton look upon the little boy, they have
adequate reason to call him "Poor David." But he is perhaps wealthier
than all who look upon him. His wealth is in the golden light of his
smile and the richness of his mind. Though he longs to be physically
strong, his friend Arthur teaches him that strength is not only in
muscles and bones but also in strength of heart. Just like Sir Galahad
of long ago, David's strength is as the strength of ten because his
heart is pure. His pure heart reaps great rewards as he grows to become a
highly respected young man.