The Wanderings of Clare Skymer Author:George MacDonald A devastating earthquake leaves young Clare Skymer homeless and starts him on his wanderings. Rescued, befriended, and then driven out in the wake of further tragedy, Clare is on his own in 19th century England. He must find food and shelter not only for himself, but also for a tag-along thief, a baby rescued from a water barrel, a young girl, a... more »nd a dog.
For the sake of those depending on him, Clare endures cold, hunger, suspicion, hatred, and betrayal. He struggles with bulls and bears, pachyderms and pumas, bakers and blacksmiths, ladies and lions, and tramps and thieves.
In his adventures, Clare always does what is right -- no matter what the consequences may be. By doing so, Clare discovers the God who cares for men and animals alike -- and who holds Clare's mysterious destiny in His hands.
The story of Clare Skymer originally appeared in 1889 as A Rough Shaking, a once-popular novel. This is an abridged and redacted version of that book.« less