The Pursuit of the House-Boat

John Kendrick Bangs' The Pursuit of the House-Boat is a light-hearted adventure story that follows the journey of a group of friends on a whimsical trip down a river in search of a mysterious house-boat. The story starts with the group of friends, including the narrator, John Dolittle, who set out on their journey aboard a river-boat. Along the way, they encounter a variety of strange characters and unexpected events as they try to find the house-boat. Throughout their journey, the group meets a variety of interesting characters, including an eccentric old man who gives them directions, a steamboat captain who helps them sail across the river, and a mysterious figure who warns them of danger. As they search for the house-boat, they also encounter a variety of strange creatures, including a giant fish, a talking tree, and a floating island. The journey takes a turn for the worse when the river-boat is attacked by a mysterious creature. The group is only able to escape by taking refuge on an island, where they eventually find the house-boat. After a series of exciting adventures, the group is finally reunited and they make their way back home. The Pursuit of the House-Boat is a fun and exciting adventure story that follows the journey of a group of friends as they search for a mysterious house-boat. Along the way, they encounter a variety of strange characters and unexpected events as they try to find the house-boat. Through their journey, the group learns to work together and face their fears in order to succeed in their mission.