Besant, Walter 1836-1901 creator Barnard, Frederick 1846-1896 text utu 2013 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Armorel of Lyonesse: A Romance of To-day" by Walter Besant is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds on the picturesque island of Samson in the Scilly Isles, centering around a young girl named Armorel Rosevean who embodies the spirit of her isolated homeland, rich with heritage, mystery, and a legacy tied to the sea. Themes of adventure, personal growth, and the contrast between youth and the passage of time are explored as Armorel navigates her world surrounded by echoes of the past. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Armorel, a girl of fifteen with a deep connection to her island home, as she enjoys the serene beauty of her surroundings. The narrative paints a vivid picture of the landscape and Armorel's daily life, highlighting her innocence, curiosity, and the tranquility that envelops her. As the story develops, an impending sense of adventure arises when Armorel discovers two men in danger while drifting at sea. Her quick action with the help of Peter, the bailiff's boy, sets the stage for an unfolding relationship with the visitors, hinting at the adventures and emotional journeys that will shape Armorel's life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2013-02-18 Produced by sp1nd, JoAnn Greenwood, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified London (England) -- Fiction Fraud -- Fiction Isles of Scilly (England) -- Fiction PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42125 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42125 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133950.0 42125