1. [n]  half man and half fish; lives in the sea
2. [n]  United States singer who appeared in several musical comedies (1909-1984)

Merman
While on vacation in Scotland, Zeta meets a wise, kindly merman named Marinus who teaches her not only to swim, but also many more fascinating things, and when the summer ends, Zeta is sad to lose her new friend, but Marinus has a surprise for her that will change her life forever. Reprint.

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