The Secret Life of Books (2014)

Episode Overview

John Sergeant, a retired journalist and passionate amateur sailor, sets sail inspired by the brave young adventurers from Arthur Ransome's Swallows and Amazons. As he navigates the waters, he discovers how a world-traveling foreign correspondent, who mingled with figures like Lenin and Trotsky, crafted a refreshing style of children's literature that showcased genuine children engaging in real-life activities across actual locations.