First published in 1898, this delightful true story, is a biography of a boy growing up in affluent style in 19th century America. Written by famed essayist Laurence Hutton, this book is a snapshot of elite living in a bygone time. Packed full of illustrations and photos, as we follow the author from the hot, endless summer of childhood in the United States to visit family members in St. Andrews in Scotland. This text has been republished here for its historical and cultural significance. Including a new introduction on dogs in fiction.