This is the hardback collector's edition of Captain's Best Imbecile: A Young Pirate's Story. In this story, also available in paperback, a sensible and suited young man battling the everyday woes and immaturity of middle school is dramatically whisked off by a crew of idiot pirates one Friday after school. A weekend of unimaginable frustrations and humorous events soon has our young Jack immersed in the absurd ways of the pirates. Between the politically correct terms for gnomes, a clue into the mind of scorned mermaids, proper government relocation procedures, and impossible treasure maps, he learns his sensibilities are useless, but by discovering the silly side of his mind and sharpening his wit, his finds his way amongst the crew. Perfect for your 8 to 12 year old.