The Story of the Treasure Seekers

Their father has suffered a financial setback and the children decide to seek their fortune by various means including digging for treasure in a nearby park starting a newspaper and attempting to become highwaymen. Along the way they encounter a cast of colorful characters including a Russian prince a drunken poet and a kind-hearted pawnbroker. The novel is notable for its realistic portrayal of family life and its use of humor and adventure to explore themes such as poverty social class and the importance of family. It is told from the perspective of Oswald who narrates the story in a humorous and charming style.