The Stokesley Secret

A young boy named David Merrifield poses a whimsical question about a pig paying rent while he sits atop a dictionary to reach the tea-table. His inquiry, although pondered for some time, goes unnoticed due to a more captivating conversation among the adults present. This charming scene sets the stage for a story that intertwines childhood curiosity with the complexities of adult life, inviting readers into a world where innocence meets the mundane realities of society.