Legendary Tales of the Highlands (Volume 2 of 3) by Sir Thomas Dick Lauder

"Legendary Tales of the Highlands (Volume 2 of 3)" by Sir Thomas Dick Lauder is a collection of narrative folklore written in the early 19th century. This volume continues the tradition of storytelling rich in Scottish myth and legend, featuring characters such as the brave and noble Charley Stewart and others, combining adventure with moral themes at its core. The opening portion introduces us to Charley Stewart, a young boy who showcases his bravery when he rescues an infant from an eagle's nest. Set in a picturesque Scottish landscape, the story unfolds with Charley's courage amidst peril, as he befriends Rosa, the infant he saves. Through a series of intense and dramatic events, including his confrontation with the eagle, the narrative establishes Charley's character as heroic and gentle, setting the stage for the overarching themes of courage and sacrifice. The intense emotions in this gripping opening hint at deeper connections among the characters, sowing seeds for the development of relationships as the tale progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Lauder, Thomas Dick, Sir, 1784-1848
Title Legendary Tales of the Highlands (Volume 2 of 3)
A sequel to Highland Rambles
Credits Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Legends -- Scotland
Subject Highlands (Scotland) -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 58931
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Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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