The Airship Boys in the Great War; or, The Rescue of Bob Russell
High-flying Heroes: A Daring Mission in World War IBy De Lysle F. Cass
Length5h 7m
About this audiobook
In "The Airship Boys in the Great War; or, The Rescue of Bob Russell," De Lysle F. Cass weaves an exhilarating tale set against the backdrop of World War I. The narrative follows a group of adventurous youth who take to the skies in their airship, embarking on a mission filled with bravery and camaraderie. Combining elements of early speculative fiction with the juvenile adventure genre, Cass employs a vivid, engaging prose style that captures the wonder of aviation while reflecting on the themes of friendship, patriotism, and the harsh realities of war. The book resonates with the precepts of early 20th-century literature, where technology was both a symbol of progress and a harbinger of peril, illustrating the conflict's dual nature through the lens of youthful idealism. As a writer and war enthusiast, Cass likely drew from his own experiences and the contemporary sentiments surrounding the Great War. His fascination with aviation and its burgeoning role in warfare, coupled with a commitment to instill patriotic fervor in young readers, shaped the narrative's adventurous spirit. Cass embodies the optimism of his era, encouraging a generation to dream of the skies as they grappled with the tumult of global conflict. This book is a must-read for those interested in early aviation history, wartime literature, or simply engaging tales of bravery. It serves as a reminder of the resilience of youth in times of peril and the unyielding human spirit, making it an excellent addition to both juvenile literature collections and the canon of World War I narratives.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length5 hrs 7 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I WHAT THE NEWSPAPER TOLD
2CHAPTER II IN THE OFFICES OF THE NEW YORK HERALD
3CHAPTER III SOMEONE TRIES TO BUY THE “FLYER”
4CHAPTER IV GETTING THE “OCEAN FLYER” READY
5CHAPTER V BUCK STEWART—AND A WARNING
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6CHAPTER VI ESCAPING FROM DEADLY SHADOWS
7CHAPTER VII WHAT HAPPENED TO NED
8CHAPTER VIII SIX MILES UP IN THE AIR
9CHAPTER IX PARIS PROVES UNFRIENDLY
10CHAPTER X AN ADVENTURE IN THE ARDENNES
11CHAPTER XI THE FIGHT IN THE FOREST
12CHAPTER XII BUCK TAKES HIS LIFE IN HIS HANDS
13CHAPTER XIII “TO BE SHOT AT SUNRISE!”
14CHAPTER XIV THE RESCUE
15CHAPTER XV IN DEADLY PERIL
16CHAPTER XVI NED SAVES THE “FLYER’S” CREW
17CHAPTER XVII BOB RUSSELL’S STORY
18CHAPTER XVIII HOW BOB WAS CAPTURED AS A SPY
19CHAPTER XIX A STRANGE COUNTRY
20CHAPTER XX A FIGHT WITH WILD COSSACKS IN POLAND
21CHAPTER XXI INSIDE OF BESIEGED PRZEMYSL
22CHAPTER XXII THE BOYS PERFORM AN ACT OF MERCY
23CHAPTER XXIII STRANGE SIGHTS IN VIENNA
24CHAPTER XXIV ON THE TRAIL OF THE CONSPIRATORS
25CHAPTER XXV THE BOYS GET WORRIED OVER NED
26CHAPTER XXVI AN ATTEMPT TO ASSASSINATE THE EMPEROR
27CHAPTER XXVII THE MAN IN THE CLOAK SURPRISES EVERYBODY
28CHAPTER XXVIII SURROUNDED BY GERMAN ZEPPELINS
29CHAPTER XXIX THE BATTLE ABOVE THE CLOUDS
30CHAPTER XXX THE MOST TERRIBLE ACCIDENT OF ALL
31CHAPTER XXXI THE END OF THE OCEAN FLYER
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