Publisher's Synopsis
Terrapin Island: Or Adventures With The Gleam is a novel written by Mrs. George Cupples and first published in 1876. The story follows the adventures of two siblings, Jack and Effie, who are shipwrecked on a deserted island called Terrapin Island. While on the island, they discover a magical gleam that has the power to transport them to different places and times. The siblings use the gleam to travel through history, meeting famous people and experiencing important events. Along the way, they encounter many challenges and dangers, including pirates and wild animals. The novel is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of fantasy, history, and science fiction. It is a classic of children's literature that has been enjoyed by generations of readers.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.
