
The Talbot Baines Series
TROOP ONE OF THE LABRADOR - BY - DILLON WALLACE
In the sleepy fishing village of The Labrador, the Angus family gathers on the jetty as the beloved Scoutmaster, Doctor Joe, returns to their shores. The news spreads like wildfire, sparking excitement in the three brothers—Jamie, David, and Andy—and their spirited sister Margaret, who keeps the household running after their mother’s passing. Their close‑knit world is one of simple chores, hearty meals, and the promise of new adventures that the sea and the surrounding wilderness constantly present.
Jamie, whose sight was saved by Doctor Joe’s skill, now sees the world with fresh wonder, while his older brothers already bear the marks of rugged life on the coast. The narrative follows their daily tasks, the camaraderie of the scout troop, and the challenges that test their grit and resourcefulness. Listeners will feel the salty air, hear the creak of the skiff, and share in the family’s belief that a little trouble makes the good moments all the sweeter.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (278K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Wallace McLean, Diane Monico, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.
Release date
2005-06-13
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1863–1939
Best known for gripping true adventure stories set in Labrador, this lawyer-turned-explorer wrote with the urgency of someone who had lived through the wilderness himself. His books blend travel writing, survival narrative, and a deep fascination with the North.
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