Isla Heron by Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards

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Author Richards, Laura Elizabeth Howe, 1850-1943
Illustrator Merrill, Frank T., 1848-1923
Title Isla Heron
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Summary "Isla Heron" by Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Isla Heron, a young girl navigating life on a remote island along with her little brother Jacob, who is deaf and mute. As they cope with the absence of their parents and face the challenges of their unique upbringing, Isla eventually seeks to find a way to provide Jacob with an education and a voice in the wider world beyond their rocky home. The opening of the novel introduces Isla through her interactions with a preacher visiting the island and her unlikely friendship with Joe Brazybone, a peculiar, kind-hearted local. The narrative paints a vivid picture of the coastal landscape and its inhabitants, illustrating Isla's lonely yet rich connection with nature and her surroundings. As Isla and Joe speak of her brother, the reader learns about the Heron family's legacy, the struggles the siblings face in isolation, and Isla’s determination to seek education for Jacob. This beginning sets the stage for Isla's journey towards overcoming her fears and embarking on an adventure beyond the familiar confines of her island life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject New England -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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