Boy Woodburn

Boy Woodburn: A Story Of The Sussex Downs is a novel written by Alfred Ollivant and published in 1918. The story is set in the picturesque countryside of Sussex Downs and follows the life of a young boy named Boy Woodburn. The novel begins with Boy's childhood, where he is raised by his father and grandmother in a small village. Despite his humble background, Boy is a curious and adventurous child who loves to explore the countryside and learn about the natural world around him. As Boy grows older, he becomes increasingly interested in the world of horse racing, which is a popular pastime in the area. He begins working as a stable boy for a local horse trainer and soon becomes an expert in the field. However, Boy's life takes a dramatic turn when he is falsely accused of stealing a valuable horse and is forced to flee the village. The rest of the novel follows Boy's journey as he tries to clear his name and find a new life for himself. Along the way, he meets a variety of interesting characters, including a group of gypsies and a wealthy landowner who becomes his mentor. Through his experiences, Boy learns important lessons about friendship, loyalty, and perseverance. Overall, Boy Woodburn: A Story Of The Sussex Downs is a heartwarming coming-of-age story that celebrates the beauty of nature and the resilience of the human spirit.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.