The Cruise Of The Gyro-Car - Strang, Herbert
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The cruise of the gyro-car explores invention, pursuit, and shifting loyalties against the backdrop of early 20th-century Europe, using an experimental vehicle to drive a tale of espionage and ingenuity. The narrative blends technological optimism with political tension, illustrating how innovation can become entangled in international intrigue. The story reflects the excitement and unease that accompanies progress, where advancement draws attention not just from admirers but from those who seek to exploit or suppress it. As the protagonists navigate landscapes and dangers both foreign and…mehr

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The cruise of the gyro-car explores invention, pursuit, and shifting loyalties against the backdrop of early 20th-century Europe, using an experimental vehicle to drive a tale of espionage and ingenuity. The narrative blends technological optimism with political tension, illustrating how innovation can become entangled in international intrigue. The story reflects the excitement and unease that accompanies progress, where advancement draws attention not just from admirers but from those who seek to exploit or suppress it. As the protagonists navigate landscapes and dangers both foreign and familiar, the journey becomes a test of quick thinking and adaptability. The interplay between the mechanical and the human emphasizes the delicate balance between control and chaos in the face of invention. Suspicion and surveillance shape their experience, revealing how trust must be constantly reevaluated. The presence of spies and the uncertainty of allegiances mirror a world where borders are porous and knowledge is power. Humor offsets peril, creating a contrast that keeps tension dynamic. The novel ultimately celebrates the unpredictable consequences of creation and the persistence required to outrun danger.
Autorenporträt
Herbert Strang was the shared pseudonym of English writers George Herbert Ely and Charles James L'Estrange, who collaborated throughout the early 20th century to produce popular adventure fiction, primarily targeting young readers. Both authors were affiliated with Oxford University Press, which published many of their books and helped lend their stories an air of literary respectability. Their works often depicted tales of imperial valor, technological innovation, and youthful courage, drawing inspiration from the narrative style of Jules Verne and continuing the legacy of adventure authors like G. A. Henty. The duo crafted stories that engaged with contemporary and historical settings, such as the Russo-Japanese War, Elizabethan naval exploits, and frontier conflicts, blending imaginative storytelling with moral clarity and patriotic sentiment. Their name also appeared on a variety of anthologies and serialized collections designed to appeal to young audiences, including adventure-themed annuals and school stories. A related pseudonym, Mrs Herbert Strang, was used for adventure fiction aimed at girls, including robinson tales. Their joint bibliography includes works like Round the World in Seven Days, The Air Scout, and With Drake on the Spanish Main, reflecting their fascination with exploration, flight, and military honor.