02725cam a22004693u 4500 37588 UtSlPG 20260610133846.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Stables, Gordon, 1840-1910 The Island of Gold: A Sailor's Yarn Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-10-01 Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England "The Island of Gold: A Sailor's Yarn" by Gordon Stables is a children's novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Ransey Tansey and his little sister Babs, who navigate life along the English canal while living in modest circumstances. The narrative is filled with themes of warmth and familial love, making it particularly engaging for a young audience. The opening of the book introduces us to Ransey Tansey, an industrious eight-year-old boy caring for his three-year-old sister, Babs, while anticipating the return of their father from a trip. The setting is a humble cottage where the siblings share joyful moments with various animal companions, including a loyal dog named Bob and a dancing crane known as the Admiral. Ransey displays his playful and responsible nature as he takes charge of everyday tasks, from fetching milk to preparing meals. Their simple yet imaginative life in the countryside sets the stage for future adventures, hinting at a whimsical exploration filled with nature and the bond between siblings. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Sea stories Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Shipwreck survival -- Juvenile fiction Treasure troves -- Juvenile fiction Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction Sailors -- Juvenile fiction Shipwrecks -- Juvenile fiction Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Oceania -- Juvenile fiction Youth and death -- Juvenile fiction Volcanoes -- Juvenile fiction Indigenous peoples -- Juvenile fiction Stewart, Allan, 1865-1951 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37588 78428 78428