The Emigrant's Lost Son; or, Life Alone in the Forest

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Anonymous

Contributor:

Wall, George Henry

Corbould, Edward Henry, 1815-1905

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Emigrant's Lost Son: or, Life Alone in the Forest" by Anonymous is a fictional novel written in the mid-19th century. It tells the harrowing story of a young boy who, after being separated from his family during an emigration to Guiana, finds himself lost in an expansive and unfamiliar forest. The narrative explores themes of survival, self-discovery, and the profound connection between humanity and nature. The opening of the book introduces the protagonist, who is deeply affected by the sudden departure from his home and the people he loves. As he grapples with feelings of grief and loneliness, he finds himself lost in the Guiana forest, where he faces the daunting challenges of self-sufficiency and survival. Stripped of parental guidance and companionship, he records his thoughts and observations about the natural world, which becomes both his teacher and solace. The early chapters set the tone for an epic journey, focusing on his emotional turmoil and the rich descriptions of the forest landscape that he learns to navigate and embrace. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Al Haines

Notes:

Reading ease score: 56.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2011-10-12