A serene black and white cartoon landscape unfolds, featuring a riverbank where a dog stands on a table beside a stack of books, gazing towards the left. A steamboat appears on the right bank, moving from right to left, emitting dark smoke from its smokestacks. The dog remains stationary as the boat approaches, tilts, and eventually moves ashore, creating waves. The environment remains calm, with a fixed camera angle, showcasing the dog's stoic demeanor amidst the steamboat's actions in a tranquil, unchanging setting.