Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive; Or, Two Miles a Minute on the Rails
Revolutionizing Transportation: A Tale of Electric Innovation and High-Speed Rail AdventureBy Victor Appleton
Length3h 43m
About this audiobook
In "Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive; Or, Two Miles a Minute on the Rails," Victor Appleton continues the beloved series that chronicles the thrilling adventures of young inventor Tom Swift. This installment showcases Swift'Äôs foray into the burgeoning world of electric transportation, merging elements of science fiction and adventure with a focus on innovation and technology. The narrative is infused with Appleton's characteristic straightforward prose, making complex scientific concepts accessible to a juvenile audience, while emphasizing themes of ingenuity, perseverance, and friendship in a rapidly advancing industrial age. Victor Appleton, the pseudonymous author, was part of a broader literary movement aimed at engaging young readers with tales of adventure interwoven with scientific discovery during the early 20th century. The cultural context of the period, marked by rapid technological progress, played a significant role in shaping Appleton's narratives. His background in engineering and enthusiasm for invention undoubtedly influenced the portrayal of Tom Swift as an exemplar of American ingenuity, capturing the imaginations of youth eager for adventure and enlightenment. This book is a must-read for those who appreciate adventurous narratives combined with a keen sense of scientific possibility. It serves as both an entertaining tale and a subtle advocate for the marvels of technological progress. Readers, especially young inventors at heart, will find inspiration in Tom Swift's escapades as they reflect the boundless curiosity and creativity that lie at the heart of innovation.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.9 (75)
Includes Goodreads
GenreChildren's Literature
Length3 hrs 43 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 12, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter VII
25Chapter XIX
2The Man with Big Feet
26Peril, The Mother of Invention
3Chapter VIII
27Chapter XX
4An Enemy in the Dark
28The Result
5Chapter IX
29Chapter XXI
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6Where was Koku?
30The Open Switch
7Chapter X
31Chapter XXII
8A Strange Conversation
32A Desperate Chase
9Chapter XI
33Chapter XXIII
10Touch and Go
34Mr. Damon at Bay
11Chapter XII
35Chapter XXIV
12The Try-Out Day Arrives
36Putting the Enemy to Flight
13Chapter XIII
37Chapter XXV
14Hopes and Fears
38Speed and Success
15Chapter XIV
39This Isn't ALL!
16Speed
40Don't throw away the Wrapper
17Chapter XV
41THE TOM SWIFT SERIES
18The Enemy Still Active
42THE DON STURDY SERIES
19Chapter XVI
43THE RADIO BOYS SERIES (Trademark Registered)
20Off for the West
44THE RAILROAD SERIES
21Chapter XVII
45THE RIDDLE CLUB BOOKS By ALICE DALE HARDY
22The Wreck of Forty-Eight
46THE HONEY BUNCH BOOKS
23Chapter XVIII
47THE OUTDOOR GIRLS SERIES
24On the Hendrickton & Pas Alos
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