A classic reissued for a new generation. A retelling of "Wind in the Willows", with a political awareness, as much for adults as children. Toad is brought down and his mansion is opened to the suffering masses, renamed Brotherhood Hall.
Schulleben in Großbritannien. Wer übt hier Gewalt aus und wer sind die Opfer? Weder Lehrkörper noch Eltern kommen mit der Sacheklar und die Feindseligkeiten spitzen sich zu - bis eine Lehrerin beschließt, der Sache auf den Grund zu gehen. Provozierende Milieustudie
The wicked trade is smuggling--customs men and smugglers battling over piles of booty. Surrounded by corruption and greed, Bentley confronts ever more ruthless companions and crew while the dark shadow of his brutal uncle, Captain Swift, looms over him once more.
William Bentley receives an offer from a former fellow officer, now captain of Will's old ship, serve as his first lieutenant and avoid imprisonment. Will accpts and begins a harrowing journey to Jamaica to put down a slave rebellion.
Under sealed orders for a long, arduous voyage, Captain Daniel Swift must forge an efficient crew from a ragged group of old men, criminals, and young boys under his command, including his nephew and favorite, William Bentley.