Explorers of the Dawn

"Explorers of the Dawn" by Mazo de la Roche is a novel that follows the early lives of three imaginative brothers: Angel, John, and The Seraph. Living with Mrs. Handsomebody after their mother's death and their father's absence, the boys find ways to create excitement in their otherwise constrained world. Through playful acts of rebellion and boundless curiosity, they seek freedom and adventure, their imaginations sparking wonder as they explore forbidden places and become fascinated by a neighbor claiming to be a former pirate, illustrating the strength of brotherhood amidst loss.