Swallows and AmazonsThe first in Arthur Ransome's charming, thrilling, and inspirational series. The book that has set generations of children and their parents afloat, on the high seas of the Lake District. Swallows and Amazons for ever! Rediscover this classic tale of adventure. The Walker childrenalso known as Captain John, Mate Susan, Able Seaman Titty, and Ship's Boy Rogerset sail on the Swallow and head for Wild Cat Island. There they camp under open skies, swim in