On The Trail Of The Windward
By Morgan Derham
Published by C.S.S.M.: London 1953
"On the Trail of the Windward is a mid-twentieth-century adventure novel by Morgan Derham, published in London in 1953 by C.S.S.M. Set against the distinctive waterways of the Norfolk Broads, the book draws on Britain's long tradition of remembered youth adventure stories, blending exploration, suspense, and camaraderie within a recognisably English landscape of rivers, marshes, and sailing craft.
The narrative follows a group of young protagonists whose boating excursion develops into a more serious and testing journey, shaped by shifting weather, navigational challenges, and moments of genuine peril. Derham captures the atmosphere of the Broads with clarity and affection, using the setting not merely as background but as an active force within the story. The text is complemented by illustrations by L. F. Lupton, whose line drawings reinforce the sense of movement, water, and sail, and reflect the restrained yet evocative style typical of British children's publishing in the post-war period.
Produced as a sturdy hardback with a striking illustrated dust jacket, this 1953 edition stands as a good example of adventure writing intended to encourage self-reliance, teamwork, and respect for the natural world. Its combination of regional setting, nautical detail, and classic storytelling gives it lasting appeal beyond its original audience. This book would particularly appeal to collectors of vintage British children's fiction, admirers of nautical and river-based adventure stories, and readers interested in post-war youth literature."
General wear, chipping, reverse side tape repairs to dustjacket. Prize plate from 1954 otherwise a clean, unmarked copy. Binding is solid with no loose pages. A nice copy in good to very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
