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Radio Boys in the Flying Service; or, Held For Ransom by Mexican Bandits: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

Radio Boys in the Flying Service; or, Held For Ransom by Mexican Bandits: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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Radio Boys in the Flying Service; or, Held For Ransom by Mexican Bandits is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Duffield, J. W..

Catalogue synopsis

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"Radio Boys in the Flying Service; or, Held For Ransom by Mexican Bandits" by J. W. Duffield is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a group of adventurous young friends known as the Radio Boys, particularly focusing on Phil Strong, Dick Weston, and Tom Hadley, as they embark on a daring pursuit of bandits who have robbed a bank in their town. The narrative introduces themes of bravery, teamwork, and the innovative use of technology, particularly radio communication, to aid in crime fighting. At the start of the story, a robbery occurs at the Castleton Bank, capturing the attention of the entire town. Amid the chaos, Phil, Dick, and Tom learn of the robbery and quickly devise a plan to pursue the thieves using their airplane and radio equipment. As they take to the skies, the Radio Boys strategize to outsmart the bandits, showcasing their quick thinking and resourcefulness. The opening sets the stage for an action-packed adventure, filled with suspense, as the boys follow a trail that leads them deeper into a web of criminal deeds and daring escapades.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: Radio Boys in the Flying Service; or, Held For Ransom by Mexican Bandits
  • Author credits: Duffield, J. W.
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Aeronautics -- Juvenile fiction
  • Radio -- Juvenile fiction

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: Adventure
  • Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
  • Category: Novels

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