Author |
Stables, Gordon, 1840-1910 |
Title |
Annie o' the Banks o' Dee
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Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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Summary |
"Annie o' the Banks o' Dee" by Gordon Stables is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds around the life of Annie Lane, a beautiful sixteen-year-old girl living at Bilberry Hall, along with her uncle Laird McLeod and various characters, including two suitors vying for her affection. The narrative hints at themes of love, rivalry, and the intricacies of relationships, set against the backdrop of the Scottish countryside. The opening of the story introduces us to the tranquil yet complex life at Bilberry Hall, where we witness Laird McLeod's evening rituals and Annie's nurturing relationship both with him and her maid, Jeannie. As the chapter unfolds, it reveals Annie's two potential love interests: the dashing young farmer Craig Nicol and the older, wealthy Laird Fletcher, who views her affectionately as a daughter. Through vivid descriptions and playful exchanges, we learn of the romantic tensions and the evolving dynamics between these characters, suggesting that Annie's choices will have significant implications for her future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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Subject |
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
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Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Uncles -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Murder -- Juvenile fiction
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Courtship -- Juvenile fiction
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Poachers -- Juvenile fiction
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Wealth -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Nannies -- Juvenile fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
37357 |
Release Date |
Sep 10, 2011 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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