Tom Swift And His Air Glider Or Seeking the Platinum Treasure - Appleton, Victor
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"Tom Swift and His Air Glider Or Seeking the Platinum Treasure" by Victor Appleton is an exciting adventure novel for young readers, written in the early 20th century. The story follows the inventive Tom Swift and his friend, Ned Newton, as they embark on a thrilling journey filled with daring feats and unexpected obstacles. The adventure begins when Tom's newly upgraded airship experiences a malfunction, leading him and Ned to meet Ivan Petrofsky, a Russian exile in search of platinum and his imprisoned brother in Siberia. This chance meeting sparks an exciting mission in which Tom sets out…mehr

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"Tom Swift and His Air Glider Or Seeking the Platinum Treasure" by Victor Appleton is an exciting adventure novel for young readers, written in the early 20th century. The story follows the inventive Tom Swift and his friend, Ned Newton, as they embark on a thrilling journey filled with daring feats and unexpected obstacles. The adventure begins when Tom's newly upgraded airship experiences a malfunction, leading him and Ned to meet Ivan Petrofsky, a Russian exile in search of platinum and his imprisoned brother in Siberia. This chance meeting sparks an exciting mission in which Tom sets out to design a specialized air glider capable of withstanding the harsh Siberian environment. As the group prepares to rescue Petrofsky's brother, they also aim to locate a hidden platinum mine. The narrative skillfully combines Tom's engineering ingenuity, thrilling action, and teamwork as the group faces numerous challenges. The novel offers a perfect blend of adventure, innovation, and friendship, showcasing Tom's brilliance and determination as he tackles obstacles using science and creativity in a fast-paced story.
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Victor Appleton was a pen name used by the Stratemeyer Syndicate, a publishing organization that created popular children's book series in the early 20th century. The name was primarily associated with the Tom Swift series, which was published from 1910 to 1941 and became iconic for its portrayal of a young, inventive protagonist. The Tom Swift series followed the adventures of Tom, a resourceful and daring young inventor, who used his innovative creations to tackle challenges, often involving cutting-edge technology and thrilling escapades. In addition to the Tom Swift books, Victor Appleton was also used for several other series, including the Motion Picture Chums (1913-1916), Moving Picture Boys (1913-1922), and Movie Boys (1926-1927), which catered to the growing popularity of the film industry. These series focused on the adventures of young characters involved in the world of cinema, blending the excitement of early movie-making with the classic adventure format. While the Tom Swift books are the most well-known, the Victor Appleton name played a significant role in shaping early 20th-century children's literature, providing young readers with tales of adventure, innovation, and heroism.