The Flying Boys to the Rescue: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Flying Boys to the Rescue is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Ellis, Edward Sylvester (1840–1916).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Flying Boys to the Rescue" by Edward S. Ellis is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a young aviator named Harvey Hamilton and his quest to rescue his friend Bohunkus Johnson, who has been taken by the eccentric professor Milo Morgan on a perilous journey. The narrative captures the excitement of early aviation while introducing themes of friendship, bravery, and adventure against a whimsical backdrop of fantastic inventions. The opening of the book sets the stage for Harvey's urgent mission after learning that Bunk has been whisked away by Professor Morgan, who plans to undertake a treacherous voyage across the Atlantic. As Harvey grapples with his feelings of guilt for not preventing Bunk’s impulsive departure, he seeks the assistance of Detective Simmons Pendar to devise a rescue plan. The initial chapters involve Harvey preparing for his journey into the wilderness while uncovering clues about Morgan's location and intentions, maintaining a tone of enthusiasm and suspense that promises readers an engaging adventure as the plot unfolds.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Flying Boys to the Rescue
- Author credits: Ellis, Edward Sylvester (1840–1916)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Air pilots -- Juvenile fiction
- Airplanes -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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