"Captain Barney's Young Spies. A Boy Tells a Smoking Story to Washington" is an exciting and at the same time informative book written by James Otis. Take an exciting trip back in time with Commodore Barney's Young Spies A Boy's Story of the Burning of the City of Washington to explore the events of one of the worst days in Washington's history with the young spies. The talented author presents young readers with the important topic of war events and develops in them a sense of patriotism and devotion to their country. Such a book will teach the younger generation to appreciate the freedom and historical heritage of their country.