Publisher's Synopsis
""Grace Darling: Or The Heroine Of The Fern Islands"" is a historical novel written by George William M. Reynolds and published in 1839. The book tells the story of Grace Darling, a young woman who became a national heroine in the UK after she and her father rescued survivors from a shipwreck off the coast of Northumberland in 1838. The novel follows Grace's life from her childhood on the remote Fern Islands, where her father was the lighthouse keeper, to her heroic act of bravery. It also explores her relationships with her family and the local community, as well as her struggles with fame and the attention she received after the rescue.Reynolds's portrayal of Grace Darling is sympathetic and admiring, emphasizing her courage, compassion, and selflessness. He also uses her story to comment on contemporary issues, such as the treatment of women in society and the power of the media.Overall, ""Grace Darling: Or The Heroine Of The Fern Islands"" is a compelling and inspiring tale of a remarkable woman who defied expectations and became a symbol of hope and resilience in a time of crisis.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.
