
A small band of youths finds themselves stranded on a remote, windswept island, where daily life is shaped by the harsh sea and the lingering hope of rescue. At the heart of the group is a determined young mother, known simply as Mrs. E., whose practical skill and fierce protectiveness keep the others together. Around her move her lively teenage sisters, a kindly governess, and a quick‑witted child whose restless spirit constantly tests the limits of authority.
Together they must learn to survive, tending horses, managing supplies, and navigating the island’s hidden dangers while clinging to the promise of home. Their interactions reveal a lively mix of loyalty, rivalry, and budding friendships, each character bringing a distinct voice to the collective struggle. As they confront the challenges of isolation, the story invites listeners to share in their courage, humor, and the simple joys that sustain them on the lonely island.
Full title
Yr Ynys Unyg The Lonely Island
Language
en
Duration
~9 hours (522K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Emmy, Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The University of Florida, The Internet Archive/Children's Library)
Release date
2007-10-20
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
A prolific Victorian novelist, she published under the name Julia de Winton and wrote domestic fiction filled with family tensions, society, and strong-willed women. Her best-known books include Margaret and Her Bridesmaids and The Valley of a Hundred Fires.
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