Other editions of book Tim to the Rescue

Bored with his schoolwork, Tim is longing to be at sea again, following his adventures in Little Tim and the Brave Sea Captain. Luckily, his great friend Captain McFee appears in time for another voyage! On board ship, Tim befriends Ginger, the first ship's boy. Unfortunately, mischievous Ginger will need all of Tim's resourcefulness to get out of his next scrape... Little Tim's adventures at sea have delighted generations of children ever since the first book was published in 1936. Edward Ardizzone, who illustrated over 170 books in his lifetime, received the prestigious Kate Greenaway medal for Tim All Alone in 1956.Includes QR code that links to audio book read by Stephen Fry.

Bored with his schoolwork, Tim longs to be at sea again, when who should appear but Captain McFee! Back on board the ship, Tim befriends Ginger, the ship’s first boy. Unfortunately, mischievous Ginger will need all of Tim’s resourcefulness to get out of his next scrape, which involves some hair-restorer that worked all too well. Soon the two lads are on their way to new adventures on the salty main, including a mighty storm and a daring rescue.First published in 1949, this popular picture book showcases Edward Ardizzone’s vibrant watercolors and exciting narrative.

Tim had only gone a short way on his dangerous homeward journey when a tremendous wave rushed down upon him. He leapt for the rigging and then looked round. There was no boat, no Ginger, and no cat. Tim is the second ship's boy aboard Captain McFee's new ship.The first ship's boy is Ginger, who is a bully and a coward. But when a fierce storm hits the ship, it's up to Tim to go to Ginger's rescue.