The Cottage at Bantry Bay

By Hilda van Stockum

Book Overview

It isn't always easy raising a family without much money, but the O'Sullivans prove that it is not only possible, but that there is no price tag on fun and adventure. Father, Mother, Michael, Brigid and twins Francie and Liam share a warm and mirthful existence in their cottage at Bantry Bay the fullness of which spills out into the Irish countryside round about. Michael and Brigid brave gypsies, bogs and lonely roads to sell a donkey in Kenmare for much needed cash, bringing back with them an outcast gypsy dog. It is this dog, Bran, who brings help to lost and hurting Francie and Liam when they have followed, in play, the English army too far from home. Bran also uncovers a secret which will enable Francie to be sent to Dublin for an operation on his foot. Here is a picture of an Ireland that once was; a story which is yet wonderfully timeless in its celebration of family love and hope. Ages 10 and up."

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 188393706X
• ISBN13: 9781883937065
• Release Date: November 1995
• Publisher: Bethlehem Books
• Length: 239 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.6" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8

Customer Reviews

Charming Irish Tale

The O'Sullivans are a family living in Ireland in the 1930s. Mother and Father and Michael and Brigid are often at their wits end dealing with the mischievous but loveable twins, Liam and Francie.Hilda Van Stockum brings her characteristic wit, understanding of children and enchantment to the simplicity of family life. It is chock full of delightful adventures and sub-plots from a bygone era. Brush up on your brogue and prepare for a delightful read-aloud for the whole family. The sequels - *Francie on the Run* and *Pegeen* are wonderful too. *Pegeen* is our favorite.

a sweet, well told story

Great story to read aloud to kids. Characters are spunky and positive. We went through the three books of this series non-stop.