Gordon Stables
William Gordon Stables was a Scottish medical doctor in the Royal Navy and a prolific author of adventure fiction, primarily for boys.
Annie o' the Banks o' Dee
In the Scottish countryside, a young woman finds herself at the heart of a love triangle, where her choice between a spirited farmer and a fatherly laird will determine her destiny.
By Gordon Stables
The Sauciest Boy in the Service: A Story of Pluck and Perseverance
A daring fourteen-year-old follows his dreams of sailing into adventure, leaving his home and loved ones as he bravely faces the challenges of life at sea.
By Gordon Stables
The naval cadet: A story of adventures on land and sea
On the Isle of Skye, a generous boy's encounter with new friends leads to a risky adventure filled with storms, treacherous landscapes, and daring rescues.
By Gordon Stables
In Touch with Nature: Tales and Sketches from the Life
Amidst winter storms and cozy firesides, a family's tales of nature and togetherness create a heartwarming world of nostalgia.
By Gordon Stables
The Cruise of the Snowbird: A Story of Arctic Adventure
A young man and his loyal dog seek adventure and fortune in uncharted lands, hoping to restore his family's lost glory.
By Gordon Stables
The pearl divers and Crusoes of the Sargasso Sea
A young boy's mundane fishing trips transform into daring seafaring quests after befriending a mysterious old captain with tales of hidden treasures in the deep blue sea.
By Gordon Stables
O'er Many Lands, on Many Seas
Born amidst a ship-rattling tempest, one person's destiny intertwines with sea battles, pirate threats, and the fight against an unjust world.
By Gordon Stables
Wild Adventures in Wild Places
A pensive young man abandons his romantic longings for a life of adventure, hunting, and sportsmanship in wild, far-off lands with his closest companions.
By Gordon Stables
The Domestic Cat
** Discover a scientist's observations as he compares the consistent nature of cats to the varying world of dogs, revealing insights into their shared lineage and behaviors.
By Gordon Stables
As We Sweep Through The Deep
A young sailor's heart is torn between a girl longing for his return, and the exciting, dangerous life of naval adventure that may just be the only path back to secure his family's honor.
By Gordon Stables
A little gipsy lass : $b A story of moorland and wild
On the eerie Whinny Moor, a young gipsy girl and an English gentleman form an unlikely friendship.
By Gordon Stables
Cats: Their Points and Characteristics With Curiosities of Cat Life, and a Chapter on Feline Ailments
Discover the enchanting world of feline companions through witty tales and heartfelt observations, revealing their unique bond with humans and the simple joys of cat life.
By Gordon Stables
The Island of Gold: A Sailor's Yarn
Experience the innocent adventures of two siblings and their animal companions as they discover the exciting potential hidden within their humble countryside home.
By Gordon Stables
Wild Life in the Land of the Giants: A Tale of Two Brothers
Under the watchful eye of their strict aunt, two young brothers embark on a journey of family, adventure, and brotherhood.
By Gordon Stables
Harry Milvaine; Or, The Wanderings of a Wayward Boy
A mischievous boy and his loyal dog run into a flurry of fun and trouble through the wilds of Scotland.
By Gordon Stables
Born to Wander: A Boy's Book of Nomadic Adventures
Two young siblings ignite their imaginations and hunger for the unknown when planning a gipsy-styled caravan trip, that sets the stage for unforeseen thrills during their childhood.
By Gordon Stables
The hermit hunter of the wilds
A young boy's quiet life is upended as he embarks on a perilous mission to rescue a missing boy in the wild.
By Gordon Stables
Young Peggy McQueen
A free-spirited young performer's idyllic morning turns treacherous when sinister figures emerge, threatening her dreams and innocence.
By Gordon Stables
Shireen and her Friends: Pages from the Life of a Persian Cat
Experience a world of friendship and adventure through the eyes of a Persian cat as she explores her village and charms everyone she meets.
By Gordon Stables
How Jack Mackenzie won his epaulettes
Amidst stark contrasts of wealth and poverty, a boy's chance encounter on a snowy night ignites a daring pursuit of military honor.
By Gordon Stables