{"product_id":"secret-water-swallows-and-amazons-by-arthur-ransome","title":"Secret Water (Swallows and Amazons) by Arthur Ransome","description":"\u003cp\u003eOn an uncharted island, the Swallows discover mysterious footprints of a very large animal and a dangerous enemy as well, another group of children known as “The Eels.” Thankfully, the Amazons are on their way!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Swallows and their father, Navy Commander Ted Walker, planned a camping trip but father was called away on naval business. Instead of camping, Father sets them a challenge: use a dingy to explore and create a map of low-lying islands until he can return.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the children explore the inlets, coves, mudflats, and estuaries, they end up in a friendly “war” with The Eels just as Bridget, Titty, and Roger are trapped in the middle of a ford by a rising tide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFriendship, family, 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. Secret Water (originally published in 1939) is the eighth title in the Swallows and Amazons series, books for children or grownups, anyone captivated by a world of adventure and imagination, exploring and setting sail.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Landmark Booksellers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50008187273456,"sku":"9781567920642","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/1385\/8477\/files\/9781567920642.jpg?v=1783704809","url":"https:\/\/landmark-booksellers.myshopify.com\/products\/secret-water-swallows-and-amazons-by-arthur-ransome","provider":"Landmark Booksellers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}