From the moment Danny sees the beautiful Irish setter, he knows Red is the dog for him.  Fast and smart, strong and noble, Red is the only dog Danny wants by his side.  Soon, neither boy nor dog can stand to be apart.  Together Danny and Red face many dangers in the harsh Wintapi wilderness that they call home.  But the greatest test of their courage and friendship will come from an enemy more cunning than any they've known before--a bear who is the undisputed king of the wilderness, a savage killer called Old Majesty.

    However, they are not the happiest of children. But then, one day, they discover a hollow tree, and with their friend, Angela, they turn the tree into a hideaway dream house and all their dreams start to come true.

    By stated by the author, this story "grows out of a legend, a most beguiling and romantic legened which is found in a very few old English histories"."Solid in its facts, colorful and romantic...a rich and remarkable historical tapestry." Quote from Christian Science Monitor".

    "Torrid, nonstop adventure. . . . First-rate, " "Time Magazine."

    Torrey, a popular writer and illustrator in the middle of the 20th century, illustrated her last book in 1957 and then disappeared from public view. Her books have faded into obscurity over the years, but as you will discover when you open this book, her beautiful artwork, humorous characterization and gentle message of kindness and self-confidence remain relevant. Now, more than ever, the sweetness of this little book will resonate with readers of all ages.

    Before the dawn he had to memorize a secret map and the map was then destroyed. Woe to him if he forgot his hastily conned lesson!Tosty sets out for his brothers' home hoping to get the treasure before anyone knows his mission but unfortunately his brothers have excellent wit and know just why he came. While they struggle to find the treasure for Cromwell without the map, Tosty, who knows just where to look, is held prisoner and cannot serve his king. But the boy does escape time after time and often without light or proper equipment makes his search. Among the adventures in this book is a struggle with an underground river, a climb down the sheer face of a cliff, a long visit to a kindly old lady whom Tosty thinks is a which, and such riding and excursions and alarums as generally fill three or four books. England is described with Miss Savery's usual beauty of expression and Tosty is a very real boy. Just wait for the chapter when he meets king Charles the First.