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The radio girls of Roselawn: or, A strange message from the air: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

The radio girls of Roselawn: or, A strange message from the air: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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The radio girls of Roselawn: or, A strange message from the air is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Penrose, Margaret.

Catalogue synopsis

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"The Radio Girls of Roselawn: Or, A Strange Message From the Air" by Margaret Penrose is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. This engaging story centers around two young girls, Jessie Norwood and Amy Drew, who live in the suburban community of Roselawn. As they explore the newly popular hobby of radio, they find themselves entangled in the exciting and mysterious events surrounding their community, including a potential kidnapping that drives the plot forward. The opening of the novel introduces us to Jessie and Amy as they enthusiastically learn about the wonders of radio technology. Their spirited banter reveals their strong friendship, while Jessie’s determination to set up a radio in her home highlights her adventurous spirit. The girls soon hear a shrill cry for help, prompting them to chase after the sound, which leads them to a scene involving a girl in distress, igniting a mystery involving potential kidnappers. As they begin to delve deeper into the complexities of human relationships and their own lives, the stage is set for intertwining themes of friendship, courage, and the quest for justice against a backdrop of technological fascination.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: The radio girls of Roselawn: or, A strange message from the air
  • Author credits: Penrose, Margaret
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
  • Camp Fire Girls -- Juvenile fiction
  • Detective and mystery stories
  • Fund raising -- Juvenile fiction
  • Girls -- Societies and clubs -- Juvenile fiction
  • Kidnapping -- Juvenile fiction
  • Radio broadcasting -- Juvenile fiction

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: Adventure
  • Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
  • Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery

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