The Radio Boys at the Sending Station; Or, Making Good in the Wireless Room
"The Radio Boys at the Sending Station; Or, Making Good in the Wireless Room" by Allen Chapman is a juvenile adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around a group of boys who are enthusiastic about radio technology and embark on various escapades, showcasing their bravery and resourcefulness. The narrative emphasizes themes of friendship, heroism, and the excitement of mastering new technologies. The opening of the book introducesreaders to the main characters, Bob Layton, Joe Atwood, Herb Fennington, and Jimmy Plummer, as they enjoy a carefree day at the beach. Their light-hearted banter quickly turns serious when they witness a tragic collision between a motorboat and a rowboat, leading to a desperate rescue mission to save the victims from drowning. This initial episode highlights the boys' camaraderie and courage, setting the stage for their ongoing adventures in wireless communication. We also learn about their previous encounters with local bullies, which adds a layer of tension and conflict to the narrative. The boys' commitment to helping others while engaging in scientific exploration through radio lays the groundwork for an engaging story filled with action and discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Chapman, Allen |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Binns, Jack, 1884-1959 |
| Title | The Radio Boys at the Sending Station; Or, Making Good in the Wireless Room |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radio_Boys |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Roger Frank and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Boys -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Radio -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27455 |
| Release Date | Dec 8, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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