Publisher's Synopsis
Pirate Tommy and his lost Treasure is about the reign of absolute terror by lawless pirates. It took only twenty men to keep law abiding citizenry away from using proper shipping channels and keeping the inhabitants of coastal towns locked up indoors. Along with keeping traders at bay, Pirate Tommy and his crew were known to terrify even the bravest armies. Fellow pirates stayed well clear. The mention of their names alone was forbidden at night. They were fugitives wanted for crimes committed in their homeland. They were ruthless and terrified themselves because they had no place to go but to roam the wild untamed high seas. So they would hijack cargo from unescorted sailors and cruise ships and visit coastal towns and villages when everyone was in bed. It was truly a time of war as continuously evaded capture by the authorities. Pirate Tommy is written as Part II following Good Friday. It is a part of series 2 of Toby's KS1 & KS2 Stuff, it shows how live returns to 'normal' soon after Easter. This demonstrate that even though Jesus came and laid down His life to give us abundant life, we all choose our path. Evidently some lose out on the treasure that accepting Jesus has in store. In this case, the Author hopes to illustrate that the path chosen by the pirates is not peaceful because they not only covet but they do not value each other. Cheery Ale was willing to betray his friends because he felt a treasure chest was more important than friendship. This had its ramifications because they were like family. However, at the very end, even though they started down the wrong path, they had a chance to reflect. When they realised that some rules were intended for their own protection. But like Judas in Good Friday, it appears seemingly late for Cheery Ale. The tables turned when they finally found the treasure they thought would bring them happiness. Only to discover themselves losing sleep over it for fear of loss and reprisal. Pirate Tommy is one of 3 Poems and short stories recorded from Toby's KS1 & KS2 Stuff at School in London before we left in 2011. He was a bit cheeky then and the Author has tried as much as possible to bring his story across without losing much of its original form. This makes it more suitable for his current age group. Unlike its prelude, this story and its poems are intended for children aged 12 upwards. Aside from quotations from the Bible, this book is a work of fiction with no bearing on any human being or event known to the Author. There is however a moral underpinning that links it to the redemptive work of Christ on Good Friday. As well as the morale that we should treat others the way we wish to be treated. This message may go further, with mature understanding. For children however, it is plain that crime has a price because gold and precious gems, were not the treasure Jesus had in mind when He died to give us an abundant life. He considered us more precious than all the treasures of this world. This is cued by the existence of a Missionary whom they met at some point during their treacherous journeys. Whose existence and survival testifies that there is nothing God cannot overcome in the depth of His overzealous love to find and rescue His precious children. Please enjoy reading His Story and Toby's Strawberry Summer too. I reckon they will leave you asking for more. Finally, credits to Richard Uff. My untiring Illustrator for painting the most decent looking pirates ever imagined. I think we also learn that looks can be deceiving but for their repentant end. I hope the Readers of Good Friday grasped the treasures of Easter and hold on to their everlasting treasure until His return. Please look out for Prince Save in Part 3 of the series. Many thanks.
