The Pilots Of Pomona - Robert Leighton

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A Story Of The Orkney Islands (1891)

The Pilots of Pomona is a novel by Robert Leighton, published in 1891. The story is set in the Orkney Islands, a group of islands off the northeastern coast of Scotland. The book tells the story of the pilots who guide ships through the dangerous waters around the islands. The main character is a young man named Magnus Manson, who dreams of becoming a pilot like his father and grandfather before him. Magnus faces many challenges as he tries to prove himself to the other pilots, including a rival who is determined to see him fail. Along the way, Magnus falls in love with a young woman named Elsie, who is also the daughter of a pilot. The book is a vivid portrayal of life in the Orkney Islands in the late 19th century, with detailed descriptions of the landscape, the people, and the customs of the islanders. It is a story of adventure, romance, and the struggle to overcome obstacles and achieve one's dreams.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781104501488

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Kod produktu

940FZS03527KS

Rok wydania

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Miekka

Format

15.2x22.9cm