Martin of old London

"Martin of Old London" by Herbert Strang is a gripping historical tale that unfolds in London during 1666. The compelling story follows a brave young boy named Martin Leake, who is trying to survive after the tragic loss of his parents to the Plague. As he works for a demanding goldsmith, Martin's life takes an exciting twist as he gets tangled up in puzzling events involving foreign sailors and his unpredictable boss. Soon Martin finds himself on a thrilling adventure that forces him to use all his courage and intelligence. The book starts by showing Martin, a boy in his early teens, finding peace near the Thames River after a long day of work. While there, strange clues come to light as Martin observes a mysterious foreign sailor and a suspicious man, hinting at the adventures and dangers that lie ahead for him as he faces difficulties both at work and at home, while dreaming of a life of adventure.