Air Service Boys in the Big Battle; Or, Silencing the Big Guns
Brave Young Heroes in Wartime SkiesBy Charles Amory Beach
Length5h 1m
About this audiobook
In "Air Service Boys in the Big Battle; Or, Silencing the Big Guns," Charles Amory Beach masterfully weaves an adventurous narrative set against the backdrop of World War I, focusing on the vital role of aviation in modern warfare. Through a blend of gripping action and technical detail, Beach captures the essence of aerial combat while effectively detailing the camaraderie and valor of youth thrust into the chaos of battle. His vivid imagery and dynamic prose reflect the pulp fiction style of the early 20th century, evoking the spirit of adventure that characterized boys' literature of the time and illuminating the often-overlooked contributions of air service personnel during the conflict. Charles Amory Beach, a prominent author of boys' adventure novels, writes with an authenticity rooted in his era's fascination with aviation and militarism. Growing up during the age of the burgeoning aviation industry and witnessing the societal shifts induced by World War I, Beach infused his narratives with the excitement of emerging technologies. His experiences and observations shaped a youthful idealism and a sense of duty, which resonate throughout this compelling text. "Air Service Boys in the Big Battle" is highly recommended for readers seeking to explore the intersection of youth, aviation, and military history. It serves as both an engaging tale of heroism and a reflective commentary on the impact of war on young lives, making it a valuable addition to any library focused on historical adventure or the evolution of warfare.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length5 hrs 1 min
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 16, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. BAD NEWS FROM THE AIR
14CHAPTER XIV. WILL THEY SUCCEED?
2CHAPTER II. A GIRL'S APPEAL
15CHAPTER XV. BADLY HIT
3CHAPTER III. ANXIOUS WAITING
16CHAPTER XVI. JUST IN TIME
4CHAPTER IV. TRANSFERRED
17CHAPTER XVII. A CRASH
5CHAPTER V. THE RESOLVE
18CHAPTER XVIII. GETTING A ZEPPELIN
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6CHAPTER VI. IN PARIS
19CHAPTER XIX. ON PATROL
7CHAPTER VII. THE AMERICAN FRONT
20CHAPTER XX. CAPTURED
8CHAPTER VIII. A BATTLE IN THE AIR
21CHAPTER XXI. THE CLEW
9CHAPTER IX. THE FALLING GLOVE
22CHAPTER XXII. NELLIE'S RESOLVE
10CHAPTER X. STUNTS
23CHAPTER XXIII. THE BIG BATTLE
11CHAPTER XI. OVER THE LINES
24CHAPTER XXIV. SILENCING THE GERMAN GUNS
12CHAPTER XII. A PERFECT SHOT
25CHAPTER XXV. THE RESCUE
13CHAPTER XIII. A DARING SCHEME
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