Ellis, James Tandy 1868-1942 creator text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Shawn of Skarrow" by James Tandy Ellis is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on a young boy named Shawn, who is growing up along the riverbank in a small community full of charming characters and life lessons. The novel explores themes of ambition, adventure, and the importance of education, as Shawn aspires to become a doctor while navigating the joys and challenges of youth. The beginning of the novel introduces Shawn as a spirited fourteen-year-old boy who loves fishing and has a mischievous spirit. His journey commences with a call from Mrs. Alden, a kind woman who encourages him to further his education, and leads to a pivotal encounter when he promises to attend school with her support. Shawn's interactions with his mother, his dog Coaly, the wise Dr. Hissong, and the other townsfolk establish a warm and affectionate community backdrop, setting the stage for Shawn's aspirations and the adventures that lie ahead. Throughout the opening chapters, readers get a glimpse of Shawn's charming innocence, his struggles with schooling, and the budding relationships that shape his youthful identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-10-16 Produced by David Garcia, Verity White and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Kentuckiana Digital Library) Original publication data not identified Kentucky -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26934 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26934 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133621.0 26934