"Diligent Dick, or, the young farmer," by Madeline Leslie, is a heartwarming tale of family life on the farm. This classic juvenile fiction explores the virtues of hard work and dedication through the relationship between a mother and her son. Set against the backdrop of rural life, the story offers a glimpse into the experiences of boys growing up and learning valuable life lessons. This enduring story of "Diligent Dick" highlights the importance of virtue and the strong bonds of family. A timeless exploration of character and values, carefully restored for today's readers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.