This book is an extremely well written and well researched account of the life of young Colton Harris-Moore, more popularly known as the "Barefoot Bandit". The author actually was living in the area where most of the events occurred and vividly describes the reactions of the people impacted by the "Barefoot Bandit" and the combined and mostly futile efforts of a number of law enforcement agencies and private citizens to capture him.

This is one of those hard to put down books that connects on a couple of levels. First, it is a true but nearly unbelievable adventure story that made national headlines. In addition, it points out the tragedy of young talented kids stuck in dysfunctional family situations that are in desperate need of public awareness and assistance

Most of all, this is just a fascinating read. It almost defies belief how an 18 year old boy could learn to fly (and steal) airplanes without ever having had a formal flying lesson. On top of that, he singlehandedly confounded his pursuers and became a folk hero of sorts in the process. All in all, just great entertainment!

Be sure to also check out the author's web site as it features detailed maps of the affected areas off the coast of the State of Washington as well as those on Colton's cross country trek en route to the Bahamas. In addition, there are a number pictures of Colton's airplane and boat "Rides".

Extremely lightweight and well designed, Everybody I showed them to was very impressed. They are very easy and effective to work with. One note of caution: the blades are very sharp and should be handled carefully. In summary, a real professional and precision made hand tool. Highly recommended. Comes with easily attachable hard plastic blade guard for storage.

I must have read this Little Golden Book book to my daughter over 1000 times. She absolutely loved it as a child. Even though she had memorized the words she insisted on having it read to her every night and she caught me every time I tried to turn two pages at once.

For several years, she had unsuccessfully searched for this book so she could read it to her two sons aged 1 and 3. I was thrilled to see that it was recently re-published and available on Amazon[.com].

The story line involves a baby bear who hides on his father's shoulders when it is time for him to go to bed. The father bear "searches" all over the house for "little bear" who is nowhere to be found. At long last, the father bear looks in a mirror and discovers "little bear" who is perched on his shoulders. A simple story, but one which absolutely fascinated my daughter.