Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood (1887)

Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood is a novel written by Scottish author George Macdonald and originally published in 1887. The book follows the story of Ranald Bannerman, a young boy growing up in the Scottish Highlands during the mid-19th century. Ranald is a curious and adventurous child who spends much of his time exploring the countryside and interacting with the people and animals he encounters. He is particularly close to his grandfather, who teaches him about nature, storytelling, and the importance of honesty and integrity.As Ranald grows older, he faces a number of challenges and struggles, including the death of his grandfather, conflicts with his father, and a serious illness. Through it all, he remains determined to live life on his own terms and to pursue his dreams.The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of the Scottish landscape, as well as its themes of family, friendship, and personal growth. It is considered a classic of Scottish literature and has been praised for its engaging characters, evocative setting, and timeless message.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.