The Mud Larks (1919)

The Mud Larks is a novel written by Crosbie Garstin and first published in 1919. The story is set in the early 19th century in the small Cornish village of Polperro, where a group of young boys called the ""Mud Larks"" spend their days playing and exploring the rugged coastline. The main character, Tom Tregenza, is a member of this group and is known for his bravery and adventurous spirit.As the story unfolds, Tom and the Mud Larks become involved in a dangerous smuggling operation that has been taking place in the village. They discover that the smugglers are using a secret cave to store their contraband and decide to investigate. However, their curiosity leads them into great danger as they are pursued by the ruthless smugglers.Alongside the adventure and excitement of the smuggling plot, the novel also explores the relationships between the Mud Larks and the wider community of Polperro. Tom's family, in particular, plays a central role in the story, and their struggles with poverty and social status are a recurring theme.The Mud Larks is a classic adventure story that captures the spirit of childhood exploration and the rugged beauty of the Cornish coast. It is also a poignant portrayal of the challenges faced by working-class families in a time of great social change.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.