Let me introduce you to the world of 'Roddy, ' the principal character of this book series. He is a typical boy of his generation born shortly after World War II, in a time when the outdoor play and community living makes life appear simpler. The story takes place in Australia in the 1950's in the capital city of West Australia. Perth came to world notice in 1962 as a result of Astronaut John Glen's orbit over the Southern Hemisphere.As any eleven-year-old...