The Secret Of The Stream (1907)

The Secret of the Stream is a novel written by John Brown Maclean and first published in 1907. The story is set in the Scottish Highlands and follows the life of a young man named Ronald Macdonald. Ronald is the son of a wealthy landowner and has grown up with all the privileges that come with such a position. However, he is restless and feels a deep sense of dissatisfaction with his life.One day, while out fishing on a remote stream, Ronald meets a mysterious old man who teaches him the secrets of the stream. Through this encounter, Ronald begins to see the world in a new way and learns the importance of humility, hard work, and perseverance.As the story unfolds, Ronald faces a number of challenges, including a romantic rivalry with his best friend, financial difficulties, and the threat of losing his family’s estate. However, he is able to overcome these obstacles by applying the lessons he learned from the old man on the stream.The Secret of the Stream is a timeless tale of personal growth and self-discovery. It is a story that will resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds, as it speaks to the universal themes of human experience. Maclean’s vivid descriptions of the Scottish landscape and his engaging characters make this novel a true classic of Scottish literature.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.