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Atom Mystery [Young Atom Detective]: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

Atom Mystery [Young Atom Detective]: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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Atom Mystery [Young Atom Detective] is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Coombs, Charles Ira (1914–1994).

Catalogue synopsis

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"Atom Mystery [Young Atom Detective]" by Charles Ira Coombs is a children’s mystery novel written in the late 20th century. The story centers around a young boy named Eddie Taylor, who is fascinated by atomic science, especially radioactivity and uranium prospecting. As Eddie navigates his summer adventures, he becomes embroiled in a mystery involving the theft of a valuable radioisotope related to his father's work at Oceanview College. At the start of the novel, Eddie is introduced as a curious and imaginative boy eager to use his father's Geiger counter on a quest to find uranium ore, inspired by a dream he had. His adventure begins with preparations for a day out exploring, but soon takes a turn as he learns about a serious theft of a radioisotope at the college that has stirred up concern in the community. As details unfold, Eddie interacts with his friends and neighbors, while suspicious characters and strange occurrences hint at a deeper conspiracy, propelling him into a mystery that intertwines science with adventure.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: Atom Mystery [Young Atom Detective]
  • Author credits: Coombs, Charles Ira (1914–1994)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Mystery and detective stories
  • Nuclear physics -- Juvenile fiction
  • Scientists -- Juvenile fiction

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: Adventure
  • Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
  • Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
  • Category: Novels
  • Category: Science - Physics

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