Swallows and Amazons

Interesting Facts

• The book tells the story of four children who spend the summer at a lake in England, exploring islands and playing pirates.
• The main characters are the Walker children, who name their boat «Swallow», and the Blackett children, who name their boat «Amazon».
• The book was inspired by real places and events that Arthur Ransome experienced in his childhood and youth.
• The book pays much attention to survival and sailing skills, making it not only entertaining but also educational for children.
• The characters often use nautical terms and behave like real sailors, adding realism to their adventures.
• The book was the first in a series of twelve books about the adventures of the «Swallows» and «Amazons» that Arthur Ransome wrote in subsequent years.