Charlotte M. Yonge's 'A Book of Golden Deeds' is a collection of inspiring and heroic tales that showcase the selflessness, courage, and kindness of ordinary people. Although some of the stories may seem familiar, the book is intended as a treasury for young readers to find detailed accounts of the deeds that give life and glory to the record of events. Some of the included tales are 'The Constant Prince', 'The Keys of Calais', and 'The Housewives of Lowenburg'.