"A thrilling adventure novel that follows the story of a young boy named Jack who dreams of becoming a sailor. One day, he meets an old sea dog named Ben who takes him under his wing and teaches him everything he knows about life at sea. Together, they embark on a dangerous journey across the ocean, facing treacherous storms, pirate attacks, and other challenges that test their courage and resilience."Includes dust jacket, partially clipped. Creasing and chipping on bottom edge of front cover, some loss, chipping on top edge of spine, some loss, and closed tear on bottom edge of jacket. Blue boards, fully bound, with black-stamped title on front cover and spine. Illustrated pastedowns. Slight rubbing to bottom edge of boards.