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Title: The Wailing Octopus: A Rick Brant Science-Adventure Story
Note: Reading ease score: 84.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary: "The Wailing Octopus: A Rick Brant Science-Adventure Story" by John Blaine is a science-adventure novel written in the mid-20th century. The book follows the young protagonist, Rick Brant, and his friend Don Scott as they embark on a treasure-hunting expedition in the Caribbean, specifically to the mysterious Clipper Cay, in search of a legendary golden statue lost in the wreck of a pirate ship. The story blends elements of adventure, archaeology, and science fiction, promising an engaging narrative for readers who enjoy exciting explorations in exotic settings. The opening of the book introduces Rick and Scotty aboard a small plane headed to Clipper Cay, where they are excited about the prospect of underwater exploration. The two boys banter about the legitimacy of their destination and express enthusiasm for what lies ahead, with Rick eager to discover potential artifacts related to the island's pirate history. The narrative establishes their camaraderie with a group of scientists, emphasizing their roles as budding adventurers equipped with diving gear. As they prepare for their journey, hints at potential dangers and mysteries surface, setting the stage for a thrilling adventure as they aim to unravel the secrets of their destination. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Goodwin, Harold L. (Harold Leland), 1914-1990
EBook No.: 31495
Published: Mar 3, 2010
Downloads: 104
Language: English
Subject: Treasure troves -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Spies -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Scuba diving -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Virgin Islands -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Wailing Octopus: A Rick Brant Science-Adventure Story
Note: Reading ease score: 84.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Wailing Octopus: A Rick Brant Science-Adventure Story" by John Blaine is a science-adventure novel written in the mid-20th century. The book follows the young protagonist, Rick Brant, and his friend Don Scott as they embark on a treasure-hunting expedition in the Caribbean, specifically to the mysterious Clipper Cay, in search of a legendary golden statue lost in the wreck of a pirate ship. The story blends elements of adventure, archaeology, and science fiction, promising an engaging narrative for readers who enjoy exciting explorations in exotic settings. The opening of the book introduces Rick and Scotty aboard a small plane headed to Clipper Cay, where they are excited about the prospect of underwater exploration. The two boys banter about the legitimacy of their destination and express enthusiasm for what lies ahead, with Rick eager to discover potential artifacts related to the island's pirate history. The narrative establishes their camaraderie with a group of scientists, emphasizing their roles as budding adventurers equipped with diving gear. As they prepare for their journey, hints at potential dangers and mysteries surface, setting the stage for a thrilling adventure as they aim to unravel the secrets of their destination. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Goodwin, Harold L. (Harold Leland), 1914-1990
EBook No.: 31495
Published: Mar 3, 2010
Downloads: 104
Language: English
Subject: Treasure troves -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Spies -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Scuba diving -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Virgin Islands -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.