What was a silly sea gull doing, following Obadiah around like a pet? It even spent the night roosting on the chimney opposite Obadiah's bedroom window. Obadiah was annoyed.

But one bitter winter day when Obadiah needed a friend, the sea gull wasn't to be seen, and Obadiah missed it. Then, when the sea gull was in trouble and Obadiah was able to help, he suddenly discovered how simple and pleasant it is to make a real friend.

Glowing pictures of old Nantucket set the scene for a story full of warmth and delightful understanding of the feelings of a very real little boy.

From the dust jacket