| Author |
Webster, Frank V. |
| Title |
Airship Andy; Or, The Luck of a Brave Boy
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Roger Frank, Juliet Sutherland and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Airship Andy; Or, The Luck of a Brave Boy" by Frank V. Webster is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story follows a young boy named Andy Nelson, who, after facing adversity and dishonest adults, finds himself on a thrilling journey into the world of aviation. With innate mechanical abilities and a strong moral compass, Andy navigates various challenges, including confrontations with bullies and a desperate flight from unfair accusations. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Andy, who works as a chauffeur in a garage run by a ruthless employer and faces manipulation from the employer's son, Gus Talbot. When Andy shows integrity by intending to return found money to its rightful owner, he must escape both the Talbots and his difficult situation. This pivotal moment triggers his resolve to break free from his past, leading to a series of remarkable encounters that set the stage for his adventures in aviation under the guidance of John Parks, an experienced aeronaut. Through these experiences, Andy embraces his passion for flight, showcasing his bravery and ingenuity while seeking a better life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Mystery and detective stories
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| Subject |
Airships -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Racing -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
36388 |
| Release Date |
Jun 12, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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