The Sea And The Moor: Or Homeward Bound

By Rosa Mackenzie Kettle

Book Overview

The Sea and the Moor: Or Homeward Bound is a novel written by Rosa Mackenzie Kettle and first published in 1877. The story follows the journey of a young girl named Jessie, who is forced to leave her home in the Scottish Highlands and travel to America with her family. Along the way, they face many challenges, including harsh weather conditions, illness, and the loss of loved ones.As they journey across the Atlantic, Jessie becomes increasingly homesick and longs for the familiar sights and sounds of her homeland. However, as they approach the coast of America, Jessie's family is struck by tragedy, and she is forced to make a difficult decision about her future.The Sea and the Moor is a poignant tale of loss, love, and the enduring human spirit. Kettle's vivid descriptions of the Scottish Highlands and the Atlantic Ocean bring the story to life, and her portrayal of Jessie's struggle to find her place in a new world is both moving and inspiring. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction and tales of adventure and survival.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: 116722177X
• ISBN13: 9781167221774
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 326 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"