The Firebug

The Firebug is a juvenile mystery novel by Roy J. Snell, written in the early 20th century. It follows young Johnny Thompson, who dreams of becoming a firefighter and is determined to catch a mysterious arsonist responsible for several fires in his city, including a devastating blaze at a school. The story highlights themes of youthful heroism and courage as Johnny navigates the dangers of firefighting and investigates the social issues surrounding the arson incidents.