David the Shepherd Boy is a classic children’s story about the life of the biblical figure, David. The story follows David from his humble beginnings as a shepherd boy to his rise as the King of Israel. The story begins with David tending his father’s sheep in the fields of Bethlehem. One day, the prophet Samuel visits the family and anoints David as the future king of Israel. David is sent to the court of King Saul, where he quickly becomes a favorite of the king. David’s courage and skill with the harp soon make him a hero of the people. He defeats the giant Goliath with a single stone and is celebrated as a great warrior. However, Saul’s jealousy of David leads to a rift between the two. Saul attempts to kill David, but David escapes and hides in the wilderness. After Saul’s death, David is crowned king and leads the Israelites to victory in many battles. The story ends with David’s death and his legacy as a great leader and king. The book is a great introduction to the life of David and the Bible for young readers.
By Amy Steedman · First published 1926 · Genre: Religious Fiction, Historical Fiction, Children's Fiction