Tang

Tang: A Shetland Story is a novel written by James John Haldane Burgess and first published in 1898. The book tells the story of Tang, a young boy who lives on the remote Shetland Islands off the coast of Scotland. Tang is an orphan who is taken in by a family of fishermen and grows up learning the ways of the sea.As Tang grows older, he becomes increasingly restless and dreams of adventure beyond the small island community. He eventually sets out on a journey that takes him to far-off lands, where he faces many challenges and dangers. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including pirates, sailors, and merchants.Despite the many obstacles he encounters, Tang remains determined to find his place in the world and make a life for himself. The novel is a tale of adventure, courage, and perseverance, set against the rugged beauty of the Shetland Islands and the vast expanse of the sea. It is a classic work of Scottish literature and a timeless story 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.