'Let fly jib sheet! Slack away main! Fenders out!' Dick and Dorothea - also known as The Ds - arrive in Norfolk all ready to learn how to sail. They couldn't hope for a better teacher than Tom Dudgeon. But Tom is in a spot of trouble. After seeing the beastly Margoletta moored clean across the nests of his beloved coots, Tom set the motorcruiser adrift. Now the enemy have offered a bounty on his head. Can they save the birds' nest from almost certain destruction? Will they avoid being caught by the awful Hullabaloos? Only ...
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'Let fly jib sheet! Slack away main! Fenders out!' Dick and Dorothea - also known as The Ds - arrive in Norfolk all ready to learn how to sail. They couldn't hope for a better teacher than Tom Dudgeon. But Tom is in a spot of trouble. After seeing the beastly Margoletta moored clean across the nests of his beloved coots, Tom set the motorcruiser adrift. Now the enemy have offered a bounty on his head. Can they save the birds' nest from almost certain destruction? Will they avoid being caught by the awful Hullabaloos? Only some brave friends and quick thinking stands between them and disaster... Includes exclusive material: In 'The Backstory' you can test your knowledge of the book, learn about the adventurous author and get some handy facts about birds and boats. Vintage Children's Classics is a twenty-first century classics list aimed at 8-12 year olds and the adults in their lives. Discover timeless favourites from The Jungle Book and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland to modern classics such as The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine.
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Good. All orders are dispatched within 1 working day from our UK warehouse. Established in 2004, we are dedicated to recycling unwanted books on behalf of a number of UK charities who benefit from added revenue through the sale of their books plus huge savings in waste disposal. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied.
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Used-Good. Good hardback (no dust jacket) Owner's impressed stamps; Christmas sticker on half-title page; child's additions to maps on end papers; green cloth a little worn on spine.
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Poor. No Jacket. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall Copy in green cloth on boards with title blind stamped on cover and gilt title on spine. Spine is sunned with splits along side edges and wear to head/foot. Boards are scuffed. Corners bumped. Light cracks in front and rear hinges. Rear pase down has a few small pieces missing. Childs incription and scribbles and small ink blot on map as front end papers. Some light internal cracks. Clean text with b/w illustrations.
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Good. Size: 17 to 19 cm tall (12mo); Previous owner's ink inscription. The pront cover is of three children in a rowing boat. Illustrated by the author. Posted within 1 working day. 1st class tracked post to the UK, Airmail tracked worldwide. Robust recyclable packaging.
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Good. Simply Brit – welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there's something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.
When twelve, I found 'Coot Club' in our local library - hard-covered, naturally: they all were in the mid 1950s. I read it and then every companion volume, each one a delight, plus 'Racundra's First Cruise' and 'Old Peter's Russian Tales' - 'The Soldier and Death' stands out. (The latter two have nothing to do with the Swallows and Amazons, but I will chase them up.)
Recently I met some children who liked Enid Blyton books, and decided to introduce them to Arthur Ransome. I bought 'Swallows and Amazons', 'Swallowdale', and of course 'Coot Club' for them, all of which I read immediately.
Each delighted, but 'Coot Club' was the best: interesting people, a very believable plot, ecology, environmental action, water transport history, tight writing, the characteristic excellent illustrations by Ransome himself, regional atmosphere, humour and excitement. And a satisfying ending.
In 1974 my brother and I downed a pint at the Swan, Horning Staithe, in homage to Tom Dudgeon, Port and Starboard, the Death and Glories and Dick and Dorothea, and the very understanding Mrs Barrable. We left out villain George Owdon.
Manifold
May 6, 2010
Coot Club
Nice book, good value & speedy delivery - thanks very much
