Dorothy's Islands (1891)

By Mrs. Nathaniel Conklin

Book Overview

Dorothy's Islands is a novel written by Jennie M. Drinkwater and first published in 1891. The story follows a young girl named Dorothy, who is sent to live with her aunt and uncle on a remote island in the Pacific Ocean. As she adjusts to her new life, she discovers the beauty and mysteries of the island, including its flora and fauna, as well as the customs and beliefs of its inhabitants.Throughout the novel, Dorothy encounters a variety of characters, including a shipwrecked sailor, a native boy named Kehu, and a mysterious old woman who lives in a cave. She also learns about the island's history and legends, including tales of treasure and ghostly apparitions.As Dorothy explores the island and interacts with its inhabitants, she begins to develop a deeper understanding of herself and her place in the world. She also learns important lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the power of love.Overall, Dorothy's Islands is a charming and engaging novel that transports readers to a far-off land full of adventure and wonder. It is a timeless classic that has delighted readers for over a century and continues to captivate audiences today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167017358
• ISBN13: 9781167017353
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 442 Pages
• Weight: 1.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"