Tom Swift and His Flying Boat : The Castaways of the Giant Iceberg
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"Tom Swift and His Flying Boat: Or, the Castaways of the Giant Iceberg" is a high-stakes adventure featuring the prolific young inventor Tom Swift. In this classic tale of early 20th-century imagination, Tom unveils his latest masterwork: a versatile flying boat capable of conquering both the air and the waves. The story follows Tom and his companions as they receive a desperate call for help from a group of travelers stranded on a massive, drifting iceberg in the freezing northern seas.
As the crew navigates the experimental craft through perilous weather and technical hurdles, the narrative emphasizes the values of ingenuity, courage, and scientific progress. The mission to the Arctic provides a thrilling backdrop for showcasing the capabilities of the flying boat, pitting human innovation against the raw power of the elements. Readers are treated to a blend of technical detail and fast-paced action that defined the spirit of the era's adventure fiction.
This work serves as a quintessential example of the "Tom Swift" series, capturing the technological optimism and sense of wonder that inspired generations of young readers. "Tom Swift and His Flying Boat" remains a significant piece of juvenile literature, offering a timeless exploration of heroism and the limitless potential of the inventive mind.
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- ISBN-13: 9781026040676
- ISBN-10: 1026040671
- Publisher: Tradd Street Press
- Publish Date: February 2026
- Dimensions: 9.21 x 6.14 x 0.56 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.11 pounds
- Page Count: 234
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