Tom Swift and His Wizard Camera; Or, Thrilling Adventures While Taking Moving Pictures: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Tom Swift and His Wizard Camera; Or, Thrilling Adventures While Taking Moving Pictures: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Tom Swift and His Wizard Camera; Or, Thrilling Adventures While Taking Moving Pictures is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Appleton, Victor.
Catalogue synopsis
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"Tom Swift and His Wizard Camera" by Victor Appleton is a novel likely written during the early 20th century. This adventure story features the young inventor Tom Swift, who receives a curious offer from a moving picture promoter, Mr. Period. Tom is tasked with creating an innovative, electric moving picture camera that can capture thrilling scenes in exotic locations, which sets the stage for a series of exciting adventures. The opening of the book introduces Tom in his workshop, where he is approached by a mysterious visitor with a pressing business matter. Koku, Tom's giant servant, keeps a protective watch over their interaction. As Tom learns of the strange request for a new camera to document wild adventures, he contemplates the associated dangers and complexities. The narrative further reveals Tom's background, including past exploits with various inventions, and hints at trouble when rival promoters attempt to sway him from his commitment to Mr. Period. Overall, the beginning sets up a thrilling premise centered around invention, exploration, and the challenges of maintaining integrity amidst competition.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Tom Swift and His Wizard Camera; Or, Thrilling Adventures While Taking Moving Pictures
- Author credits: Appleton, Victor
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
- Cinematography -- Juvenile fiction
- Motion pictures -- Juvenile fiction
- Swift, Tom (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
- Children's Book Series
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