Swamp Boy: A story of the Okefinokee Swamp in Georgia

by Maribelle Cormack, Pavel L. Bytovetzski

About a boy, Clint Sheppard who lives in a world of trackless swamp, habitat for alligators, , etc. He and his mother live in poverty of a swamper's cabin , but he determines to secure an education.

290 pages, Hardcover

Published January 1, 1948

About the author

Maribelle Cormack (1902–1984) was an American museum director, planetarium director, and author. She established the planetarium at the Roger Williams Park Museum of Natural History in Providence, Rhode Island, which has since been named the Cormack Planetarium in her honor.

In addition to her work at the Museum, Cormack was also a prolific writer. She wrote at least 20 books over the course of her career. Many of these books were intended for younger audiences, however she also wrote nonfiction intended for adults. Her books spanned topics such as nature, history, and museology

Reviews

[Iris · Rating 4 out of 5]

About a boy, Clint Sheppard who lives in a world of trackless swamp, habitat for alligators, , etc. He and his mother live in poverty of a swamper's cabin , but he determines to secure an education.

I read this as a child in translation and couldn't find its original title or the book, when I tried to read it again. One of my favorites, couldn't explain why! The atmospheric description of the life in the Swamp stayed with me for many years. The boy's story was exciting, though I can't recall what actually happens.

[Benny · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very much enjoyed this book. Cormack is a skilled author. The story held my interest all the way to the end. I would say the book is about High School Level. Nothing deep, but just a good story, paced well and well written. Great character building.