The Island of Gold: A Sailor's Yarn

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Stables, Gordon, 1840-1910

Contributor:

Stewart, Allan, 1865-1951

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Island of Gold: A Sailor's Yarn" by Gordon Stables is a children's novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Ransey Tansey and his little sister Babs, who navigate life along the English canal while living in modest circumstances. The narrative is filled with themes of warmth and familial love, making it particularly engaging for a young audience. The opening of the book introduces us to Ransey Tansey, an industrious eight-year-old boy caring for his three-year-old sister, Babs, while anticipating the return of their father from a trip. The setting is a humble cottage where the siblings share joyful moments with various animal companions, including a loyal dog named Bob and a dancing crane known as the Admiral. Ransey displays his playful and responsible nature as he takes charge of everyday tasks, from fetching milk to preparing meals. Their simple yet imaginative life in the countryside sets the stage for future adventures, hinting at a whimsical exploration filled with nature and the bond between siblings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England

Notes:

Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2011-10-01