Publisher's Synopsis
The Lonely Island by R.M. Ballantyne is a classic adventure novel that tells the story of three boys who become stranded on a remote island in the Pacific Ocean. The boys, Ralph, Jack, and Peterkin, are on a sailing trip when their boat is caught in a storm and wrecked on the island. They must use their wits and survival skills to overcome the challenges of living on the island, including finding food, building shelter, and defending themselves against wild animals. Along the way, they encounter native tribes, pirates, and other dangers. The novel is a thrilling tale of adventure, friendship, and perseverance in the face of adversity. It is a timeless classic that has captivated readers of all ages for generations.After the murder of the two natives, Talaloo and Ohoo, Fletcher Christian had become very morose. It seemed as if a fit of deep melancholy had taken entire possession of him. His temper had become greatly soured. He would scarcely condescend to hold intercourse with any one, and sought the retirement of his outlook in the cave on the mountain-top, where few of his comrades ventured to disturb him, save when matters of importance claimed his immediate attention.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.
