The Flamingo Feather

The Flamingo Feather is a historical fiction novel written by Kirk Munroe. The story is set in the 16th century and follows the adventures of two young Englishmen, Ralph and Jack, who set sail for the New World in search of fortune and adventure. On their journey, they encounter a Spanish ship and engage in a fierce battle, during which they capture a beautiful Spanish girl named Rosita.As Ralph and Jack continue their journey, they face many challenges, including treacherous storms, hostile natives, and dangerous wildlife. Along the way, they become embroiled in a plot to overthrow the Spanish governor of Florida and must use all their wits and courage to survive.One of the key themes of the book is the clash of cultures between the English and Spanish, as well as the conflict between the colonizers and the native peoples of the New World. Munroe also explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and honor as Ralph and Jack navigate the dangers of their journey.Overall, The Flamingo Feather is a thrilling adventure story that will appeal to fans of historical fiction, action, and adventure. With vivid descriptions of the New World and its inhabitants, Munroe brings to life a fascinating period in history and creates a cast of memorable characters who will stay with readers long after the final page.1887. Illustrated. From the Harper�������s Young People Series comes Flamingo Feather; a tale of the remarkable adventures of a young boy in the unexplored forests of Florida. The book tells all about woodcraft and forestry, the life of the Indians, the habits of the times and the conditions which confronted the South Atlantic pioneers of the sixteenth century. Recommended as an authentic Indian and pioneer story. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.#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.