Books like How Tom beat Captain Najork and his hired sportsmen by Russell Hoban
When Tom’s aunt disapproves of his playful shenanigans, she arranges for Captain Najork to teach him a lesson. Tom, however, crafts a brilliant plan that turns the encounter into a spirited contest, delighting readers with clever strategy and youthful adventure.
First publish date: 1974
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Russell Hoban
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