Books like Minnow on the Say by Philippa Pearce
Two English boys, David and Adam, spend their summer exploring the River Say by canoe. With only an old riddle as a clue, they hunt for a buried treasure left by Adam’s ancestor along the riverbanks, weaving adventure and friendship into their quest.
First publish date: 1955
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Philippa Pearce
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