Books Tell You Why, Inc.

A handsome first edition/first printing in unread Very Fine condition in Very Fine dust-jacket. Signed by author Edward Marston directly on the title page.

The Roaring Boy tells the story of John, a ten-year-old who is trying to make the most of the last days of summer before school starts. When his family moves away from the city to a small town, John is excited to start his new school year. But the change is hard for him, especially when he finds out that the only other kid in his class is a bratty little bastard. John is determined to show the other kids that he's not a scared little boy, and he'll do anything to make them respect him. From fistfights to wild stunts, John takes on anyone who gets in his way. But when he gets into a serious fight with the school bully, John realizes that he's gone too far. He's become the Roaring Boy, and he doesn't want to be someone who's always in a fight. John must find a way to stop being the Roaring Boy, before he ruins everything he's worked for.; 8vo; Signed by Author.

Price: $70.00