Tom Fairfield at Sea; or, The Wreck of the Silver Star

Tom Fairfield is a bright, earnest boy at the bustling Elmwood Hall, where Latin lessons and strict proctors dominate daily life. Alongside his quick‑witted roommate Jack Fitch and a close‑knit group of friends—Bert, George, and the ever‑cautious Georgie—they dream of a night off from study and discipline. When word spreads of a lively musical comedy in town, the quartet hatches a daring plan to slip past the watchful eyes of the school’s patrols and experience a slice of freedom beyond the dormitory walls.

Their secret escape through the basement leads them into the crisp evening air, where the promise of adventure feels as fresh as the spring rain. Little do they know that this fleeting night of rebellion will set them on a course toward the sea, where the famed steamer Silver Star looms on the horizon. The story follows Tom’s steadfast courage and the boys’ camaraderie as they confront the unexpected challenges that await beyond the school’s gates.