J. Macdonald Oxley
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The Wreckers of Sable Island
Categories: Fiction » Adventure
Off the fog-wrapped Nova Scotia coast, a reckless boy and his steadfast friend are wrecked among shifting sands, ruthless scavengers, and deadly storms. Taken in by a lonely lighthouse keeper, they uncover a ring of coastal pirates and must outwit sea, storm, and saboteurs to save both ships and souls, and prove what real courage means.
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With Rogers on the Frontier: A Story of 1756
Categories: Fiction » Historical
Amid the dense forests of the northern frontier, a determined boy joins a daring ranger leader on perilous raids during a brutal conflict. Tracking enemies through wilderness and snowfall, he learns courage, discipline, and the harsh costs of war as each mission tests his resolve and shapes him into more than he ever expected to become.
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My Strange Rescue and Other Stories of Sport and Adventure in Canada
Categories: Fiction » Adventure
A thrilling collection of adventures set amid Canada’s wild landscapes, where courage, quick wit, and loyalty are tested against nature’s fiercest challenges. From perilous rescues to sporting triumphs, each tale celebrates youthful daring, friendship, and the indomitable spirit that thrives in the untamed North.
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The Family on Wheels
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After a sudden change of fortunes, a spirited clan takes to the road in a rattling caravan, trading parlors for turnpikes and comfort for candor. From market towns to moorland storms, breakdowns, fairs, and brushes with rogues, the journey remakes them—testing loyalties, sparking first independence, and revealing how pluck, faith, and family can turn uncertainty into adventure.
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In Paths of Peril: A Boy's Adventures in Nova Scotia
Categories: Fiction » Adventure
A young boy braves rugged wilderness, hidden dangers, and thrilling challenges across Nova Scotia. Adventure, courage, and resourcefulness guide him as he navigates forests, rivers, and unexpected perils in a story of youthful daring and discovery.
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Terry's Trials and Triumphs
Categories: Fiction » Adventure
A spirited young hero faces challenges that test his courage, honesty, and perseverance. Through trials, setbacks, and victories, he learns valuable lessons about character, resilience, and the rewards of determination in this uplifting adventure.
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The Young Woodsman Or Life in the Forests of Canada
Categories: Fiction » Adventure
An eager English lad leaves home for the Canadian backwoods, trading schoolbooks for axe and rifle. Among trappers, loggers, and frozen rivers, he learns to face wild beasts, blizzards, and his own fears. Friendship, hard work, and quiet faith slowly turn rash boyhood into true grit and manhood on a harsh, perilous frontier.
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Bert Lloyd's Boyhood: A Story from Nova Scotia
Categories: Fiction » Adventure
A spirited boy in Nova Scotia navigates the joys and trials of youth in a rugged coastal town. From schoolyard pranks to daring escapades in the wild, Bert’s adventures with loyal friends shape his character. Set against the vivid backdrop of 19th-century Canada, this heartwarming tale celebrates courage, friendship, and the timeless lessons of growing up in a close-knit community.
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Donalblane of Darien
Categories: Fiction » Adventure
A spirited Scottish boy joins the Darien expedition to claim a lush New World island. Eager to build a grand city, he faces tropical fevers and fierce wildlife. This thrilling tale of frontier dreams weaves hardship, valor, and unbreakable bonds, celebrating youthful grit in a vibrant 17th-century quest.
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Ti-Ti-Pu: A Boy of Red River
Categories: Fiction » Adventure
A hardy boy of the northern plains grows up between trading post and campfire, learning to hunt, paddle and read the moods of men and sky alike. Drawn into river feuds, blizzards and daring rescues, he must prove his courage and loyalty when danger threatens both his family and the scattered settlements they call home, testing the mettle of youth.
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