Excursion to the Orkney Islands

The book is a fictional account of a group of young friends who embark on a journey to the Orkney Islands, located off the northeastern coast of Scotland. The story follows the adventures of Florence, her brother Frank, and their friends, as they explore the rugged landscape and historical sites of the Orkney Islands. Along the way, they encounter local people and learn about the history and culture of the region.

Jacob Abbott (1803-1879) was a remarkably prolific American educator and author, best known for pioneering 19th-century children's literature and historical biographies