The Wind Bloweth by Donn Byrne

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Author Byrne, Donn, 1889-1928
Illustrator Bellows, George, 1882-1925
Title The Wind Bloweth
Note Reading ease score: 91.8 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Suzanne Lybarger, Brian Janes, Janet Blenkinship, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Wind Bloweth" by Donn Byrne is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows young Shane Campbell, a boy on the brink of manhood, who embarks on a journey of self-discovery against the backdrop of the Irish landscape. The author delves into themes of family, cultural heritage, and the poignant transition from childhood to adulthood as Shane grapples with his identity and the legends of his homeland. The beginning of the novel introduces Shane on his fourteenth birthday, as he takes a day off from school to explore the mountainous terrain near his home in the Antrim glens. The text vividly captures the beauty of the Irish countryside through Shane's eyes, portraying his interactions with nature and the memory of historical figures associated with his heritage. During his ascent of the mountain, Shane reflects on stories of lost islands and mystical experiences, indicating a longing for adventure and a connection to the tales of his poetic father. This opening sets the stage for Shane's character development and foreshadows the intermingling of myth and reality in his journey ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 21999
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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