On a Torn-Away World; Or, the Captives of the Great Earthquake by Roy Rockwood
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Author | Rockwood, Roy |
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Title | On a Torn-Away World; Or, the Captives of the Great Earthquake |
Note | Great Marvel Series: Volume 6 |
Note | Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
Credits | Produced by Mary Wampler, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Aldarondo, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
Summary | "On a Torn-Away World; Or, the Captives of the Great Earthquake" by Roy Rockwood is a novel that likely hails from the early 20th century. The story revolves around two boys, Jack Darrow and Mark Sampson, who, under the guidance of Professor Henderson, work on an advanced flying machine called the "Snowbird". The narrative promises a thrilling adventure as these characters embark on expeditions that push the boundaries of science and exploration, encountering unique challenges along the way. At the start of the novel, Jack and Mark celebrate the completion of their airship, the "Snowbird", while they prepare for a test flight. Their playful banter with Washington White, the amusing African American servant, sets a lighthearted tone before they shift to the seriousness of the launch. The group's dynamics are established, showing camaraderie and humorous interactions. As they engage in a daring air adventure, they abruptly face unforeseen challenges, including a potential attack from another aircraft. The opening sets the stage for a gripping tale of exploration mingled with elements of danger, showcasing the excitement of early aeronautical endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
Subject | Science fiction |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 6468 |
Release Date | Sep 1, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated | Aug 29, 2012 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 59 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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