Cleg Kelly, Arab of the City: His Progress and Adventures

Cleg Kelly, Arab of the City: His Progress and Adventures, published in 1896 by S. R. Crockett, follows the life of an eleven-year-old boy named Cleg Kelly, who becomes an outcast after rejecting the teachings of his Sunday school. Set in the streets of Edinburgh, the novel explores themes of childhood, rebellion, and survival as Cleg navigates a harsh urban environment filled with neglect and potential crime. The story highlights his resourcefulness and defiance, marking him as a unique character in Scottish literature.