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Timeless!
I've only just discovered this classic adventure series from Arthur Ransome, and I cannot believe it took me so long. If you loved Enid Blyton's Famous Fiv... READ MORE
Pirates, Parrots and Picnics
John, Susan, Titty and Roger sail their boat Swallow to a seemingly deserted island and set up camp for the summer. Unfortunately the Amazon pirates, Nancy... READ MORE
Synopsis
'Swallows and Amazons for ever!'
The Walker children - also known as Captain John, Mate Susan, Able-Seaman Titty, and Ship's Boy Roger - set sail on the Swallow and head for Wild Cat Island. There they camp under open skies, swim in clear water and go fishing for their dinner. But their days are disturbed by the Blackett sisters, the fierce Amazon pirates. The Swallows and Amazons decide to battle it out, and so begins a summer of unforgettable discoveries and incredible adventures.
BACKSTORY: Crack the Swallow's code and learn all about the adventurous author.
Publisher information
- Publisher: Vintage Publishing
- ISBN: 9780099572794
- Number of pages: 528
- Dimensions: 188 x 128 x 32 mm
- Weight: 349g
- Languages: English
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View allFond memories
This reminds me of my childhood. My mother had a complete set and I loved reading it. I still do! Its a lovely edition
Health and safety nightmare!
I read this as a child but did not especially enjoy it. Re-reading it now as part of an Open University module was interesting. Ransome writes with a gentl... READ MORE