The Boy In Green (1905)

by Nathaniel Gould

Book Overview

The Boy In Green is a novel written by Nathaniel Gould and published in 1905. The story is set in rural England and follows the life of a young boy named Tom, who is known for always wearing green clothing. Tom is an orphan who lives with his grandmother and is often teased by the other children in the village because of his unusual attire. Despite this, Tom is a kind-hearted and intelligent boy who enjoys spending time in nature and has a passion for learning about plants and animals. One day, Tom meets a wealthy man named Mr. Hartley, who takes an interest in him and offers to pay for his education. Tom jumps at the opportunity and begins attending a prestigious boarding school, where he excels academically and makes many friends. However, he also faces challenges, including bullying from some of his classmates and a difficult relationship with his strict headmaster. Throughout the novel, Tom's love of nature and his desire to help others remain constant. He eventually becomes a successful botanist and uses his knowledge to make a positive impact on the world. The Boy In Green is a heartwarming coming-of-age story that celebrates the power of perseverance and the importance of following one's passions.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120731135
• ISBN13: 9781120731135
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"