Rollo on the Atlantic

PREFACE.

In the series of narratives to which this volume pertains, we offer to

the readers of the Rollo Books a continuation of the history of our

little hero, by giving them an account of the adventures which such a

boy may be supposed to meet with in making a tour in Europe. The books

are intended to be books of instruction rather than of mere amusement;

and in perusing them, the reader may feel assured that all the

information which they contain, not only in respect to the countries

visited, and to the customs, usages, and modes of life that are

described, but also in regard to the general character of the incidents

and adventures that the young travellers meet with, is in most strict

accordance with fact. The main design of the narratives is, thus, the

communication of useful knowledge; and every thing which they contain,

except what is strictly personal, in relation to the actors in the

story, may be depended upon as exactly and scrupulously true.

New York, September, 1853.

PRINCIPAL PERSONS OF THE STORY.

ROLLO; twelve years of age.

MR. and MRS. HOLIDAY; Rollo's father and mother, travelling in Europe.

THANNY; Rollo's younger brother.

JANE; Rollo's cousin, adopted by Mr. and Mrs. Holiday.

MR. GEORGE; a young gentleman, Rollo's uncle.

[Illustration: THE STEAMER AT THE WHARF.]

ROLLO ON THE ATLANTIC.