The Wreckers of Sable Island
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Fifteen-year-old Eric Copeland wants to cross the Atlantic to join his father, an army surgeon stationed in Halifax. In 1799, that means a difficult voyage and a family argument at Oakdene Manor in Warwickshire. His grandfather fears the distant colony, while Eric sees a chance to spend three years with a father whose military service has kept them apart. Major Maunsell helps persuade the family and agrees to take charge of the boy.
The story's island dangers acquire a personal dimension through Ben Harden, a wrecker who protects Eric from Evil-Eye. Ben recalls his earlier life as a fisherman, the loss of his son at sea, and the troubles that brought him to Sable Island. Written for young readers, this sea adventure connects the hazards of travel with family affection, grief, and sympathy for a troubled protector.
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- Author
- J. Macdonald Oxley
- Reading time
- About 100 minutes
- Pages
- 57
- Language
- English
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