Tom Swift And His Talking Pictures, Or, The Greatest Invention On Record
By Victor Appleton
Length4h 56m
About this audiobook
Originally published in 1928, "Tom Swift and the Talking Pictures" invites young readers into the entertainment industry of the 1920s, a time when smartphones and constant media streaming were unimaginable.Step back in time and discover the era before talking pictures, when films were silent, accompanied by live music or sound effects during screenings. This transition marked a revolutionary change, unlocking new storytelling possibilities in the world of cinema.In this thrilling adventure, the young inventor Tom Swift creates a device that jeopardizes the traditional theater and moving picture industry. As the plot unfolds, six wealthy business executives find themselves on the brink of losing millions if Tom's invention hits the market. How will they react to this innovative disruption?Join Tom Swift as he navigates the challenges of his inventive genius, blending elements of adventure, innovation, and relatability. Will Tom's creation revolutionize the entertainment industry, or will the powerful executives thwart his plans? (Goodreads)
Audiobook details
GenreFairy Tales and Folklore, General Fiction
Length4 hrs 56 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 18, 2024
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I
14CHAPTER XIV
2CHAPTER II
15CHAPTER XV
3CHAPTER III
16CHAPTER XVI
4CHAPTER IV
17CHAPTER XVII
5CHAPTER V
18CHAPTER XVIII
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6CHAPTER VI
19CHAPTER XIX
7CHAPTER VII
20CHAPTER XX
8CHAPTER VIII
21CHAPTER XXI
9CHAPTER IX
22CHAPTER XXII
10CHAPTER X
23CHAPTER XXIII
11CHAPTER XI
24CHAPTER XXIV
12CHAPTER XII
25CHAPTER XXV
13CHAPTER XIII
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