Swallowdale
Swallowdale by Arthur Ransome, published by David R. Godine Publisher in July 2010, is a captivating continuation of the beloved Swallows and Amazons series. This edition spans 431 pages and is presented in English. The story follows the Walker and Blackett children as they embark on a summer filled with adventure, including surviving a shipwreck, discovering a secret valley and cave, and undertaking a thrilling mountain hike.
Readers will find a narrative rich in themes of friendship, resourcefulness, and outdoor exploration. As the Swallows and Amazons navigate challenges such as the demands of Great Aunt Maria, they also embrace the spirit of independence and initiative. This edition of Swallowdale not only offers an exciting tale but also celebrates the joys of camping, water sports, and the bonds of family and siblings, making it a delightful read for both children and adults alike.
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A summer of adventure with the Swallows and Amazons. The Walker and Blackett children survive a shipwreck, discover a secret valley and cave, and go on a thrilling mountain hike.
On summer holiday, the Swallows (John, Susan, Titty and Roger Walker) and the Amazons (Nancy and Peggy Blackett) meet up on Wild Cat Island. Unfortunately, though, the Amazons have a problem: their Great Aunt Maria has come to visit and she demands that the Amazon pirates act like “young ladies.” Things get worse when the Swallows discover a very high hill that just begs to be climbed…
How the Amazons escape the Great Aunt, arrange a rendezvous, and mount an expedition to sleep under the stars on the summit makes a very exciting and satisfying story.
Friendship, resourcefulness, and sailing, too: Arthur Ransome’s Swallows and Amazons series has stood the test of time. More than just great stories, each one celebrates independence and initiative with a colorful, large cast of characters. Swallowdale (originally published in 1931) is the second title in the Swallows and Amazons series, books for children or grownups, anyone captivated by a world of adventure and imagination.
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