The Motor Boat Club in Florida; or, Laying the Ghost of Alligator Swamp by Hancock
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| Author | Hancock, H. Irving (Harrie Irving), 1868-1922 |
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| Title | The Motor Boat Club in Florida; or, Laying the Ghost of Alligator Swamp |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Motor Boat Club in Florida; or, Laying the Ghost of Alligator Swamp" by H. Irving Hancock is an adventurous novel written in the early 20th century. This tale follows the young boat captains, Tom Halstead and Joe Dawson, as they navigate the treacherous waters of Florida and encounter supernatural mysteries while ensuring the safety of their passengers. Central to the story is Tom Halstead, a capable and determined young skipper, who faces both natural and potentially sinister challenges throughout their voyage. The opening of the novel introduces us to the motor cruiser "Restless" and its crew, featuring Mr. and Mrs. Tremaine, young heiress Ida Silsbee, and the enigmatic Oliver Dixon, among others. As the characters embark on their journey, they quickly find themselves caught in a sudden storm. During the tumultuous night, Tom and Joe must ensure the safety of everyone aboard while grappling with strange occurrences and feelings of distrust, particularly regarding Dixon's behavior. Tension is heightened as a mysterious phantom related to "Alligator Swamp" looms in the backdrop, setting the stage for an adventurous and thrilling narrative filled with conflict and camaraderie. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Motorboats -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Florida -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48459 |
| Release Date | Mar 11, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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