Part of the Frank and Archie series from Frank Castlemon, this is FRANK THE YOUNG NATURALIST. This hardback was  originally published in 1864 AND IS NOT A MODERN REPRINT.  (No copywrite date in this book).  Frank the Young Naturalist introduces us to Frank Nelson, who at the  time, is about 16. It is also the first volume in the Gunboat  Series. Thanks for looking. P1410945-9 Location: M.Bedroom wash stand drawer.