Harper's Round Table, February 2, 1897

"Harper's Round Table, February 2, 1897" by Various is a compilation of different writings from a magazine made for kids in the 1800s. It has both made-up stories and real-life articles. One of the stories, called "Crying Tommy" by Molly Elliot Seawell, tells about Tommy who is having some emotional issues as he starts his training in the navy on a ship called the "Spitfire". The story is about Tommy, who is called "Crying Tommy" because he cries when things get tough. The story contains other characters, like Mr. Belton, who wants to help Tommy deal with his fears and fit in with the rest of the crew. The main ideas are about being strong, working together, and growing as a person While aboard the "Spitfire," Tommy is challenged, and he faces his concerns to prove that he is just as capable as any individual in the sea. The first part of the story sets the stage for a tale of adventure, focusing on how a young person grows while surrounded by the vastness of the ocean.