Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood is a novel written by George Mac Donald in 1871. The story follows the life of Ranald Bannerman, a young boy growing up in Scotland during the 19th century. The novel is divided into two parts, with the first part depicting Ranald's early childhood and the second part focusing on his teenage years.In the first part of the novel, Ranald is portrayed as a curious and adventurous child who loves exploring the Scottish countryside. He is raised by his mother and grandfather, who instill in him a strong sense of morality and a love for nature. Ranald's childhood is filled with many exciting adventures, including encounters with wild animals and dangerous situations.As Ranald grows older, he becomes more aware of the world around him and begins to question the values and beliefs of his family and community. In the second part of the novel, Ranald struggles to reconcile his own beliefs with those of his family and friends. He also grapples with the challenges of adolescence, including romantic relationships and peer pressure.Throughout the novel, Mac Donald explores themes of morality, faith, and the importance of nature. Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood is a timeless coming-of-age story that continues to resonate with readers today.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.