Stan Lynn: A Boy's Adventures in China

A young English boy named Stan finds himself thrust into an uneasy night in a bustling Chinese river port. Fresh from school and still learning the layout of his new family’s warehouses, he awakens to his father’s urgent whispers about a band of river pirates trying to break in. Armed with a pistol and a fencing sword, the boy must summon the courage of his modest training while navigating the confusing darkness of a foreign home.

The opening scene sets a vivid picture of clattering doors, hushed commands, and the tense rhythm of an unexpected defense. Listeners are drawn into the clash of cultures, the clang of steel, and the youthful resolve of a boy caught between childhood games and real danger. As Stan steadies his aim and grips the sword, the story promises a fast‑paced adventure that explores bravery, family loyalty, and the mysteries of life on the Yangtze.