![]() ![]() Peter Duck (originally published in 1932) is the third title in the Swallows and Amazons series, books for children or grownups, anyone captivated by a world of adventure and imagination. ![]() ![]() More than just great stories, each one celebrates independence and initiative with a colorful, large cast of characters. Access more artwork lots and estimated & realized auction prices on MutualArt. 176386 224692107 64.4.1.11 / Before Swallows and Amazons / corrected 'Evegenia' to read 'Evgenia' in one instance to be consistent with other occurrences of the name in this article. It's a tale of buried treasure and, unfortunately, when the kids set sail to find it, the pirate Jake, captain of the Viper, follows.Īcross the Atlantic Ocean, through fog, threats from pirate Jake, a hurricane, and an earthquake once they land, the Swallows and Amazons must find the treasure, evade the pirates, and return safely home to England.įriendship, resourcefulness, and sailing, too: Arthur Ransome's Swallows and Amazons series has stood the test of time. View Ransome (Arthur) - Peter Duck (1932) By Ransome illustrations. It all begins when Peter Duck, an elderly sailor once marooned on an island in the Caribbean, tells a tale to the Swallows (John, Susan, Titty, and Roger Walker) and Amazons (Nancy and Peggy Blackett). ![]() A team of intrepid English children set sail for treasure in the Caribbean only to encounter pirates, sharks, and other dangers. ![]()
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