Donalblane of Darien

"Donalblane of Darien" by J. Macdonald Oxley is a historical adventure where a young Scotsman named Donalblane, fueled by national pride and a thirst for adventure, sets his sights on joining William Paterson’s risky mission to establish a Scottish colony in Darien, Panama; with the narrative unfolding in 17th-century Scotland, the story introduces Donalblane, raised by a shipowner, and eager to prove himself. This initial period explores the challenges of organizing the colony and the young man’s determination to leave his homeland behind, promising a tale filled with exploration, challenges, and the high spirits of venturing into the New World.