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A Tale of the Cornish Mines

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• Robert Michael Ballantyne

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• 190 Seiten
• 7 Lesestunden

• Belletristik
• Historische Romane
• Karten & Reisen
• Klassiker
• Reisen & Wandern

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The biography highlights Robert Michael Ballantyne's journey from a Scottish youth to a prolific author of juvenile fiction, with over 100 books to his name. His early life was marked by his father's printing business failure, leading him to Canada at 16, where he worked as a fur trader. His adventurous experiences in Canada fueled his writing career upon his return to England. Additionally, Ballantyne was a talented artist, showcasing his watercolors at the Royal Scottish Academy, reflecting his multifaceted creative talents.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2020
• Einband: Paperback