Publisher's Synopsis
""Archibald Hughson: The Young Shetlander"" is a novel written by William Henry Giles Kingston and published in 1873. The story follows the life of a young boy named Archibald Hughson, who lives on the Shetland Islands in Scotland. Archibald is an orphan who is taken in by a kind family, and he grows up to become a hardworking and honest young man. The novel explores the challenges and adventures that Archibald faces as he navigates life on the remote island, including his love for a young woman named Flora. Along the way, Archibald learns important lessons about friendship, loyalty, and perseverance. The book offers a vivid portrayal of life in 19th century Scotland, with detailed descriptions of the landscape, customs, and traditions of the Shetland Islands. Overall, ""Archibald Hughson: The Young Shetlander"" is a heartwarming and engaging story that will appeal to readers of all ages.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.
