Donald McElroy, Scotch Irishman by Willie Walker Caldwell

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Author Caldwell, Willie Walker, 1860-1946
Illustrator Merrill, Frank T., 1848-1923
Title Donald McElroy, Scotch Irishman
Note Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Chris Curnow, Michael, Mary Meehan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Donald McElroy, Scotch Irishman" by W. W. Caldwell is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the life of Donald McElroy, a proud Scotch-Irish youth navigating his formative years during a tumultuous period in American history, touching upon the backdrop of the American Revolution as well as the personal and communal struggles of his people. With themes of courage and identity, the narrative promises a deep exploration of the Scotch-Irish contributions to liberty and the fabric of early American society. At the start of the narrative, Donald reflects on his life, revealing the significance of his origins and the valiant spirit of the Scotch-Irish community. He recounts formative experiences from his boyhood, including survival against dangers such as wild animals and raids by Native Americans, which shape his character and prepare him for the challenges ahead. The opening chapters introduce minor conflicts around identity and duty, highlighting his family life and the rising tensions of their community, establishing a vivid picture of the hardships and triumphant spirit that define Donald and his people as they strive for recognition and freedom amidst historical upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Virginia -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775 -- Fiction
Subject Virginia -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Fiction
Subject Scots-Irish -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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