Shawn of Skarrow by James Tandy Ellis
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"Shawn of Skarrow" by James Tandy Ellis is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on a young boy named Shawn, who is growing up along the riverbank in a small community full of charming characters and life lessons. The novel explores themes of ambition, adventure, and the importance of education, as Shawn aspires to become a doctor while navigating the joys and challenges of youth. The beginning
of the novel introduces Shawn as a spirited fourteen-year-old boy who loves fishing and has a mischievous spirit. His journey commences with a call from Mrs. Alden, a kind woman who encourages him to further his education, and leads to a pivotal encounter when he promises to attend school with her support. Shawn's interactions with his mother, his dog Coaly, the wise Dr. Hissong, and the other townsfolk establish a warm and affectionate community backdrop, setting the stage for Shawn's aspirations and the adventures that lie ahead. Throughout the opening chapters, readers get a glimpse of Shawn's charming innocence, his struggles with schooling, and the budding relationships that shape his youthful identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ellis, James Tandy, 1868-1942 |
|---|---|
| Title | Shawn of Skarrow |
| Credits |
Produced by David Garcia, Verity White and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Kentuckiana Digital Library) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Kentucky -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 26934 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-26934-4 |
| Release Date | Oct 16, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 193 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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