Mirry-Ann: A Manx Story

By Norma Lorimer

Book Overview

Mirry-Ann: A Manx Story is a novel written by Norma Lorimer and published in 1900. The story is set on the Isle of Man and follows the life of a young girl named Mirry-Ann. Mirry-Ann is an orphan who lives with her grandfather, a fisherman, in a small village on the island. Despite her difficult circumstances, Mirry-Ann is a happy and optimistic child who is loved by all who know her.The novel explores themes of family, community, and resilience as Mirry-Ann navigates the challenges of growing up without parents. She forms close bonds with the people in her village, including her grandfather, a kind-hearted schoolteacher, and a wealthy landowner who takes an interest in her education.As Mirry-Ann grows older, she faces new challenges, including the possibility of leaving the island to pursue her dreams. Along the way, she learns important lessons about love, loss, and the importance of staying true to oneself.Overall, Mirry-Ann: A Manx Story is a heartwarming tale of a young girl's journey to find her place in the world. It offers a vivid portrayal of life on the Isle of Man at the turn of the century and celebrates the strength and resilience of the human spirit.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: 1437126197
• ISBN13: 9781437126198
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"