The Island of Gold: A Sailor's Yarn by Gordon Stables

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Author Stables, Gordon, 1840-1910
Illustrator Stewart, Allan, 1865-1951
Title The Island of Gold: A Sailor's Yarn
Note Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Sea stories
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Shipwreck survival -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Treasure troves -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Shipwrecks -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Oceania -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Youth and death -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Volcanoes -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Indigenous peoples -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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