Frank Reade Jr. and His Engine of the Clouds: Or, Chased Around the World in the Sky: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Frank Reade Jr. and His Engine of the Clouds: Or, Chased Around the World in the Sky: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Frank Reade Jr. and His Engine of the Clouds: Or, Chased Around the World in the Sky is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Senarens, Luis (1863–1939).
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"Frank Reade Jr. and His Engine of the Clouds" by Luis Senarens is a fictional adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the daring exploits of the talented young inventor Frank Reade Jr., who constructs a remarkable flying machine known as the "Engine of the Clouds." The narrative kicks off with a suspenseful scene involving a boy named Joe Crosby, who has escaped from captivity and is ensnared in a dark plot related to his fortune, setting the stage for action, intrigue, and the quest for justice as Frank and his companions embark on a chase. The opening of the story introduces us to a desolate Chicago night where young Joe Crosby, having escaped his cruel stepfather, encounters a detective named Tom Reynard. As Rennard follows Joe, tensions build around the boy's alleged inheritance and a sinister plot. After an altercation with his stepfather, Joe is tragically shot, prompting Frank Reade Jr. to step into the narrative as he prepares to pursue the villain responsible using his intriguing airship invention. The stage is set for a thrilling adventure filled with fantastical inventions, clever companions, and a relentless hunt for justice against the backdrop of early 20th-century technology.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Frank Reade Jr. and His Engine of the Clouds: Or, Chased Around the World in the Sky
- Author credits: Senarens, Luis (1863–1939)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure stories
- Airships -- Fiction
- American fiction -- 19th century
- Dime novels
- Inventors -- United States -- Fiction
- Popular literature -- United States
- Science fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
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