Thy Friend, Obadiah

Thy Friend, Obadiah by Brinton Turkle is a First Edition published by Puffin Books in 1982. This 37-page book, written in English, presents the story of Obadiah, a young Quaker boy living in colonial Nantucket, who is persistently followed by a sea gull. His feelings shift from wanting the bird to leave him alone to longing for its company when it finally does.

Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of companionship and longing through the lens of a historical setting. The story delves into the relationship between Obadiah and the sea gull, reflecting on the complexities of desire and attachment. With elements of juvenile fiction, the book touches on aspects of animals and birds, set against the backdrop of the Colonial and Revolutionary periods in the United States.