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Title: Donalblane of Darien

Note: Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "Donalblane of Darien" by J. Macdonald Oxley is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Donalblane, a young Scotsman deeply inspired by William Paterson's ambitious plan to establish a Scottish colony at Darien in Panama. The novel unfolds against the backdrop of 17th-century Scotland's venture into new territory and explores themes of adventure, national pride, and the perils of colonization. The opening portion of the book introduces readers to the significant historical context and key characters. Donalblane, adopted by a shipowner named Alexander Blane, has grown into an adventurous boy filled with the ambition to join the Darien expedition. As the narrative begins, we learn about the struggles faced by Paterson in organizing the colony while establishing the intrigue of young Donalblane, who is determined to prove himself worthy of adventure. The text sets the stage for a thrilling journey filled with hopes, challenges, and the spirit of exploration, as Donalblane prepares to leave Scotland behind for the promise of the New World. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Oxley, J. Macdonald (James Macdonald), 1855-1907

Illustrator: Rainey, W. (William), 1852-1936

EBook No.: 33722

Published: Sep 14, 2010

Downloads: 50

Language: English

Subject: Adventure stories

Subject: Boys -- Juvenile fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:33722:2 2010-09-14T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Rainey, W. (William) Oxley, J. Macdonald (James Macdonald) en 1
2024-11-10T02:55:14Z Donalblane of Darien

This edition has images.

Title: Donalblane of Darien

Note: Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "Donalblane of Darien" by J. Macdonald Oxley is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Donalblane, a young Scotsman deeply inspired by William Paterson's ambitious plan to establish a Scottish colony at Darien in Panama. The novel unfolds against the backdrop of 17th-century Scotland's venture into new territory and explores themes of adventure, national pride, and the perils of colonization. The opening portion of the book introduces readers to the significant historical context and key characters. Donalblane, adopted by a shipowner named Alexander Blane, has grown into an adventurous boy filled with the ambition to join the Darien expedition. As the narrative begins, we learn about the struggles faced by Paterson in organizing the colony while establishing the intrigue of young Donalblane, who is determined to prove himself worthy of adventure. The text sets the stage for a thrilling journey filled with hopes, challenges, and the spirit of exploration, as Donalblane prepares to leave Scotland behind for the promise of the New World. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Oxley, J. Macdonald (James Macdonald), 1855-1907

Illustrator: Rainey, W. (William), 1852-1936

EBook No.: 33722

Published: Sep 14, 2010

Downloads: 50

Language: English

Subject: Adventure stories

Subject: Boys -- Juvenile fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:33722:3 2010-09-14T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Rainey, W. (William) Oxley, J. Macdonald (James Macdonald) en 1