The Pilots of Pomona: A Story of the Orkney Islands by Robert Leighton
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About this eBook
| Author | Leighton, Robert, 1859-1934 |
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| Title | The Pilots of Pomona: A Story of the Orkney Islands |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Martin Robb |
| Summary | "The Pilots of Pomona: A Story of the Orkney Islands" by Robert Leighton is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the Orkney Islands during the mid-19th century, the story centers on the life of Halcro Ericson, a young boy navigating his childhood amidst the maritime culture of Stromness. With themes of friendship, adventure, and local lore, the narrative delves into Halcro's experiences as he interacts with the sea, local legends, and the relationships with his peers, including his schoolmaster and family. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Halcro, who is late for school after indulging in fishing off a pier. His thoughts revolve around the joys of fishing and his frustrations with a schoolmate, Tom Kinlay. The opening chapters establish not only the scenic beauty of the Orcadian setting but also Halcro's relationship with his family and the pressures he faces at school. As he navigates his way through his day, differences with Tom escalate, hinting at deeper themes of rivalry and resilience. We also meet figures like Andrew Drever, the kind-hearted schoolmaster, and Halcro’s father, Sandy Ericson, the esteemed local pilot, setting the stage for the adventures and challenges that will unfold in this richly woven tale of youth and the sea. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Orkney (Scotland) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14149 |
| Release Date | Nov 25, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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