The book revolves around Enrico's school life and the humane stories he witnessed or experienced. From the responsible actions of teachers, the sharing between friends, the deep affection with neighbors to the stories about brave and kind examples read in class (such as: The Florentine Boy, The Calabrian Ghostwriter...), the loving letters of instruction from parents, the touching events encountered on the street, all are meticulously recorded by Enrico. Although the character's life sometimes stumbles, each story, each event is a priceless lesson about love, courage and especially boundless patriotism. All have created a humane work, captivating people through many generations.
Ms. Pham Thi Hanh, a teacher at Tan Thien Secondary School, Binh Phuoc Ward, shared: “After many years of being attached to literature and life, I have to admit that The Noble Hearts is not only a bedside book of my childhood but also an immortal manifesto on education and family values. What I appreciate most about this work is the magical connection between school, family and society in cultivating students' personalities. Reading The Noble Hearts, readers not only witness the growth of a child but also understand more about the silent efforts of the “ferrymen” who put their whole heart into education. More importantly, the book shows the indispensable role and importance of the close relationship between family and school in educating a child to become a good citizen with a “noble heart”.
The book contains countless simple but touching teachings. That is: “Respect and love your teacher, my child… Love him because he opens and enlightens your intelligence, and elevates your soul…”. This is not just an advice but a philosophy of life. The father teaches his son gratitude and respect for the teacher, who silently sacrificed and devoted his whole life to “open and enlighten the intelligence” of the young generation.
With its unique diary structure, Noble Hearts is a classic literary masterpiece. The core message that the author conveys is: Nobleness does not lie in status or money but in small acts of kindness every day. Edmondo De Amicis has been very successful in turning literary art into an educational tool. As the author once said: "Those who respect the national flag when they are young will grow up to be defenders of the country."
Phuong Dung
Source: https://baodongnai.com.vn/van-hoa/202511/nhung-tam-long-cao-ca-83c2f68/
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