Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood (Adventure Classic) - Illustrated

Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood (Adventure Classic) - Illustrated
Author: George MacDonald
Publisher: e-artnow
Total Pages: 189
Release: 2015-10-20
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 8026845722

This carefully crafted ebook: "Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood (Adventure Classic) - Illustrated" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood is a realistic, largely autobiographical, novel by George MacDonald. It is a story of a young motherless boy growing up with his brothers in a Scottish manse. Throughout the twists and turns of his escapades and adventures, Ranald learns from his father the important lessons of courage and integrity. He meets plenty of colorful characters such as the wicked sneaking, housekeeper, Mrs. Mitchel, Kirsty, an enchanting Highland storyteller, Turkey, the intrepid cowherd, the strange Wandering Willie, the evil Kelpie, the sweet horse Missie, and the lovely Elsie Duff. George MacDonald (1824-1905) was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. He was a pioneering figure in the field of fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow writer Lewis Carroll. His writings have been cited as a major literary influence by many notable authors including W. H. Auden, C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, Walter de la Mare, E. Nesbit and Madeleine L'Engle. G. K. Chesterton cited The Princess and the Goblin as a book that had "made a difference to my whole existence".

The Adventures of Ranald Bannerman

The Adventures of Ranald Bannerman
Author: George MacDonald
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
Total Pages: 230
Release: 1991
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781556612237

A young Scottish boy relates his adventures growing up with his three brothers in a small country town in northern Scotland, where their father is clergyman.

Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood (Illustrated Edition)

Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood (Illustrated Edition)
Author: George MacDonald
Publisher: e-artnow
Total Pages: 189
Release: 2017-07-04
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 8075837878

Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood is a realistic, largely autobiographical, novel by George MacDonald. It is a story of a young motherless boy growing up with his brothers in a Scottish manse. Throughout the twists and turns of his escapades and adventures, Ranald learns from his father the important lessons of courage and integrity. He meets plenty of colorful characters such as the wicked sneaking, housekeeper, Mrs. Mitchel, Kirsty, an enchanting Highland storyteller, Turkey, the intrepid cowherd, the strange Wandering Willie, the evil Kelpie, the sweet horse Missie, and the lovely Elsie Duff. George MacDonald (1824-1905) was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. He was a pioneering figure in the field of fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow writer Lewis Carroll. His writings have been cited as a major literary influence by many notable authors including W. H. Auden, C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, Walter de la Mare, E. Nesbit and Madeleine L'Engle. G. K. Chesterton cited The Princess and the Goblin as a book that had "made a difference to my whole existence".

Wonderful Adventures

Wonderful Adventures
Author: Anonymous
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 345
Release: 2023-06-16
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 3382509016

Reprint of the original, first published in 1874. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.

The Treasure of the Celtic Triangle: Wales

The Treasure of the Celtic Triangle: Wales
Author: Michael Phillips
Publisher: Rosetta Books
Total Pages: 440
Release: 2020-07-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0795350783

A “heart wrenching and beautiful” adventure in the series set on the rugged Welsh coast from the bestselling author of From Across the Ancient Waters (Eclectic Reading). Join Percy Drummond on a search that takes him from Scotland to Ireland and a treasure that is closer than imagined. Having accepted his uncle’s dying request, Percy begins an unforgettable quest to solve the hidden mystery of the Westbrooke estate. Meanwhile, circumstances in Wales threaten his success—and the future. As the key to the mystery seems to slip further from him, will Percy discover that the treasure might be within his own heart? Praise for Michael Phillips and The Green Hills of Snowdonia series “Phillips has the unique ability to re-create not merely the feel but the impact of the classic George MacDonald novels.” —Bodie and Brock Thoene, bestselling authors of the Zion Covenant series “From the shipwreck on the first page to the lovely tapestry of characters and setting, From Across the Ancient Waters, Michael Phillips’s latest novel, is a do-not-miss masterpiece!” —Kathleen Y’Barbo, award-winning author of the Daughters of the Mayflower series “Stories like this simply have me longing for more. I love the history, the scenery, and the passion showed through the delightful characters created by Michael Phillips. If it were possible to demonstrate a standing ovation in a book review, this one definitely deserves it!” —Janet Hovis, Along the Way “This series stirred my soul and challenged my thinking while it entertained.” —Rachelle Sperling, Journey Sojourner

From Across the Ancient Waters: Wales

From Across the Ancient Waters: Wales
Author: Michael Phillips
Publisher: Rosetta Books
Total Pages: 473
Release: 2020-07-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 079535066X

First in the series from the author who “has the unique ability to re-create not merely the feel but the impact of the classic George MacDonald novels” (Bodie and Brock Thoene, bestselling authors of the Zion Covenant series). After being sent to his uncle’s estate, young Percy Drummond has no intention of letting the country atmosphere soften his rebellious ways. Then he meets a village girl, Gwyneth Barrie, and her friendship changes his life. When Percy later returns, his intriguing friend has grown into a young woman. But by this time, Percy has caught the eye of his beautiful cousin Florilyn . . . who has also become Gwyneth’s friend. What will result of their threefold friendship? And what repercussions will his uncle’s surprising request have for them all? “From the shipwreck on the first page to the lovely tapestry of characters and setting, From Across the Ancient Waters, Michael Phillips’s latest novel, is a do-not-miss masterpiece!” —Kathleen Y’Barbo, award-winning author of the Daughters of the Mayflower series “This series stirred my soul and challenged my thinking while it entertained.” —Rachelle Sperling, Journey Sojourner