Child of the Island Glen

Child of the Island Glen

Elijah Kellogg

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2005
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781417986910
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''Child of the Island Glen'' by Elijah Kellogg is a novel set in rural Maine during the mid-19th century. The story follows the life of a young boy named Laurence, who is orphaned and raised by his grandparents on a small island in the middle of a glen. Laurence is a curious and adventurous child who spends his days exploring the island and the surrounding woods. He is fascinated by the natural world and spends hours observing the birds, animals, and plants that inhabit the glen.As Laurence grows older, he begins to realize that his life on the island is limited and that he must leave to pursue his dreams. He sets out on a journey to the mainland, where he discovers a world that is vastly different from the one he has known. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including a wealthy businessman, a group of fishermen, and a young woman who captures his heart.Through his experiences, Laurence learns about the complexities of life and the importance of following one’s own path. He also discovers the true meaning of family and the power of love. ''Child of the Island Glen'' is a timeless coming-of-age story that celebrates the beauty of nature, the resilience of the human spirit, and the enduring bonds of friendship and love.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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