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Secret Water by Arthur Ransome follows the Walker children as they embark on an adventure in a remote tidal estuary, tasked with mapping the area as a challenge from their father. In this eighth installment of the Swallows and Amazons series, they explore marshlands, uncover hidden paths, and interact with new friends while embracing the spirit of exploration. Ransome's love for the outdoors and skill in portraying youthful independence shine in this engaging, classic adventure.
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“He makes a tale of adventure a handbook to adventure.” – Observer
“There is plenty of excitement, a little danger, a quality of thinking, planning and fun which is delightful and stimulating.” – TLS
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Arthur Ransome was born in 1884. He was in Russia in 1917 and witnessed the Revolution, which he reported for the Manchester Guardian. After escaping to Scandinavia, he settled in the Lake District of England with his Russian wife where, in 1929, he wrote Swallows and Amazons. Thus began a writing career that has produced some of the best children s literature of all time.
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