Barefoot Billy never lacked for adventure in his little town. A touch of Tom Sawyer in his veins, his wanderings never dull. His raft was the envy of the other boys. He loved going down to the hobo camp on the edge of town, watching these travelers jump off the freight trains, passing through town, He would hang around the camp fires, listening to their tales of adventure. But the chance meeting of a Scottish hobo would change the life of Billy and the town. This and other humorous happenings make for a great child's reading for all. Man strives for the good life. This story evolves around fools gold, and how its perception can change a man; how a child sees into the souls of these men. This is a kids book, a teen book, and even an adult book, bringing back fond memories of one's youth.