This title was illustrated in black & white and published in paperback by Puffin in 1997.  It is 90 pages in length and has short chapters and simple words for developing readers.

“Battering barnacles! It’s a birthday cake!” he cried. “From a friend”

It’s Captain Pugwash’s birthday and he’s planning a huge party. Cut-throat Jake hasn’t forgotten either and he’s planned a very special surprise…