Stranded by Annie Fellows Johnston

Name: Stranded
Author: Annie Fellows Johnston

The novel follows the story of a young woman named Mary Wollaston who becomes stranded on a deserted island after her ship sinks during a storm. The book explores themes of survival, resilience, and personal growth as Mary navigates her new surroundings and confronts the challenges of living alone on an island. Throughout the story, Johnston uses vivid descriptions of the island's landscape and wildlife to create a sense of isolation and vulnerability, while also highlighting Mary's resourcefulness and determination to survive. The novel ends with Mary's rescue, but not before she has undergone significant personal growth and transformation.

By Annie Fellows Johnston · First published 1909 · Genre: Adventure, Survival, Young Adult · 153 words

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WE found a wreck cast up on the shore, / Battered and bruised, and scarred and rent, / And I spoke aloud, "Here was worthless work, / And a barque unfit to the sea was sent."

But he said, my friend, in his gentle mood, / "Nay, none may say but the barque was good, / For none can tell of the seas it sailed, / Of the waves it braved and the storms withstood."

Then we spoke no more, but I mutely mused / And thought, oh, heart and oh, life of man / That we find wrecked! we may never know / How brave you were when your course began.

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Work type: Short story
Author: Annie Fellows Johnston
Date: 1909 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure, Survival, Young Adult, Action, Drama
Length: 153 words
Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Adventure — The core element of the plot revolves around the protagonist's struggles and experiences while being stranded, showcasing their adventure through survival.
Survival — A significant theme of the book involves the protagonist's journey to maintain life during dire circumstances, which is a common element in survival genre.
Young Adult — The book has a level of maturity in its writing style and themes, which suitably caters to a young adult audience.
Action — The adventurous story that unfolds with the protagonist's struggle for survival includes exciting action elements.