Swallows and Amazons

Spring release. Four young sailors—Captain John, Mate Susan, Able-seaman Titty, and Ship's-boy Roger—set out on their vessel, the Swallow, to camp on a mysterious island. Their peaceful expedition transforms into an exciting rivalry with the Amazon's crew and a daring confrontation with the notorious Captain Flint. A thrilling tempest brings their unforgettable summer adventure to a dramatic close. The author lived in the hills of England's Lake District, not far from the very lake he knew as a child. It is this lake he describes where the Swallows and Amazons sailed their ships, and followed their life of grand adventure.  The cover is from the first UK edition in 1930, and is being paired with Helene Carter's 1931 illustrations from the first US edition. A winning combination! Take a look at the preview to see some of her work. The pagination is the same as the US first edition.