The Motor Maids Across the Continent: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Motor Maids Across the Continent is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Stokes, Katherine.
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Motor Maids Across the Continent" by Katherine Stokes is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a group of adventurous young women, known collectively as the Motor Maids, as they embark on a daring journey from Chicago to San Francisco in their automobile, the Comet. With a blend of excitement, humor, and camaraderie, the narrative introduces the challenges and surprises faced by the group as they set out on this quest for freedom and adventure. The opening of the novel introduces the main character, Miss Helen Campbell, and her four spirited companions: Wilhelmina, Elinor, Nancy, and Mary. As they prepare to depart for their grand adventure, Miss Campbell expresses her reservations about becoming a "gypsy vagabond." However, her spirits rise as they begin their journey, filled with laughter and excitement. The chapter depicts their early challenges, including an unexpected encounter with an aeroplane. This initial section sets the tone for the journey that lies ahead, full of adventures, discoveries, and narratives about friendship and independence.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Motor Maids Across the Continent
- Author credits: Stokes, Katherine
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Automobiles -- History -- Juvenile fiction
- Rocky Mountains -- Description and travel -- Juvenile fiction
- Salt Lake City (Utah) -- Description and travel -- Juvenile fiction
- San Francisco (Calif.) -- Description and travel -- Juvenile fiction
- Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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