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In the picturesque setting of Picketts Gap, a fierce battle brews between rival railroads vying to lay tracks through the heart of the community. Thirteen-year-old Dannie Pickett is determined to protect his grandfathers farm and the graveyard where his beloved mother rests. As tensions rise, Dannie finds himself on a mission to uncover the truth about which railroad was first to survey the land. With a major snowstorm looming, he must summon all his courage and resilience to set the record straight and stand up for what truly matters. (Summary by Donald Cummings)

Dive into the captivating and ironic world of British criminals in Book of Scoundrels. This fascinating exploration focuses on pre-Victorian pickpockets, highwaymen, and thieves, introducing you to notorious figures such as Moll Cutpurse, the Queen of Thieves, Jonathan Wild, the Thief-taker General, and the daring Captain Hind. The journey begins with a thought-provoking essay on the artistic merits of thievery, followed by a series of engaging short biographies that bring these colorful characters to life. Summary by Greg Lewin.

When falsely accused and feeling trapped, 14-year-old Joe Gaston runs away and finds adventure and redemption on the tow-path. This inspiring story weaves together hardship, truth, and justice in a powerful coming-of-age journey.

First published in 1887, ‘The Blind Brother’ was one of American author Homer Greene’s earliest works. The tale follows the story of two brothers, 14-year-old Tom Taylor and his blind younger brother Bennie, and their experiences while working in the Pennsylvania coal mines. The boy’s father was killed in a mining accident some years previously, and now the brothers must work to make ends meet. A heart-warming story of brotherly love, the novel also gives a vivid insight into the daily life of a mine worker - detailing strikes, gangs and cave-ins.

‘A Tale of the Tow-Path’ by American author Homer Greene, is a short story which follows the exploits of the young son of a farmer, Joe Gaston. Following a disagreement with his father Joe runs away from home, leaving his mother and sister heartbroken. Unbeknownst to him, a horse thief stole into the family stable and took a horse the same night Joe made his escape. Now suspected of stealing the horse too, will Joe and his family ever be able to reconcile?