Son Of The Wind (1910)

Son Of The Wind is a novel written by Lucia Chamberlain and was first published in 1910. The story revolves around the life of a young boy named Nino who is born in the midst of a storm in the mountains of Italy. Nino's mother dies during childbirth, and his father, a shepherd, is unable to care for him. Nino is taken in by a kind woman named Marietta, who raises him as her own.As Nino grows up, he becomes a skilled hunter and is known for his ability to track animals in the mountains. He also develops a deep love for the natural world and becomes a passionate advocate for conservation. However, his idyllic life is disrupted when he falls in love with a wealthy woman named Bianca, who is already engaged to another man.Nino's love for Bianca leads him on a journey of self-discovery as he grapples with his own identity and the societal expectations placed upon him. Along the way, he encounters various characters who challenge his beliefs and help him to see the world in a different light.Son Of The Wind is a beautifully written novel that explores themes of love, identity, and the relationship between humans and the natural world. Chamberlain's vivid descriptions of the Italian landscape and Nino's adventures in the mountains make for a captivating read.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.