Uncle Terry: A Story of the Maine Coast

"Uncle Terry: A Story of the Maine Coast" by Charles Clark Munn is a tale set in the late 1800s, and it centers around Silas "Uncle Terry" Terry, a lighthouse keeper known for his kindness, and his adopted daughter, Telly, who he rescued from a shipwreck and raised on Southport Island. The story blends adventure, family relationships, and the scenic Maine coast, with emotional moments that reveal themes of loss and self-discovery. The book starts with Uncle Terry's return home during a storm, immediately showing his strong yet friendly character. While talking with Aunt Lissy and getting ready for dinner, the readers find out about the child he saved from a shipwreck, now the young woman named Telly. Telly’s mysterious past adds depth and suggests a coming journey where the characters will encounter their own hardships as a family.