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| A Look at a Book |
| Miscellaneous Book Reviews |
| In Freedom's Cause Written by G. A. Henty Reviewed by Caitlyn Lundberg |
| Have you ever found yourself referring to the British Isles as Great Britain or Britain? Do you ever think that the islands are populated by "English"? Well, In Freedom's Cause, by G.A. Henty, will soon clear your mind. This book is the story of Scottish patriots Wallace and Bruce and their valiant attempts to keep their beloved country free from English oppression. Not only is this book historically accurate, it is spellbinding and paints a vivid picture of the late Middle Ages. Don't be surprised if you find that hours fly by while reading this book! |
| The Good Master Written by Kate Seredy Reviewed by Caitlyn Lundberg |
| Jansci, a young farm boy, waits anxiously for the arrival of his "delicate" cousin Kate from Budapest. No doubt she will be a beautiful princess dressed in silk; after all, she is coming in a train! When Kate turns out to be a short little girl in pigtails, at first he is disappointed. Not for long, however, for soon he finds out that Kate is as much fun as any boy, with her tin whistle scream and wild escapades. This book, besides being light-hearted and fun, educates as it spins its take. You will learn of the great Hungarian plains, of the farms that dot its landscape, the wandering gypsies, and so much more! Read this engaging book and find how Kate turns into a hearty country girl under the supervision of the "Good Master." |
| The Singing Tree Written by Kate Seredy Reviewed by Caitlyn Lundberg |
| The fast-aced sequel of The Good Master, this book is set in a more serious time. The assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand takes the whole world by surprise. The Austrian Empire calls for men from its dominion, Hungary. All too soon Jansci must run the farm alone, with the help of seven massive, meek, and friendly giants, Russian prisoners of war. Throw in seven evacuated Berlin children, a prim judge's daughter, a young soldier's wife with her newborn baby - quite a menagerie! The war rages on in all its devastation for four years, and the question remains: Will the "Good Master" ever come home again? |
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