Tam o' the Scoots by Edgar Wallace
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About this eBook
| Author | Wallace, Edgar, 1875-1932 |
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| Title | Tam o' the Scoots |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Tam o' the Scoots" by Edgar Wallace is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the character of Tam, a reluctant soldier who becomes an adept pilot in the Royal Flying Corps during World War I. The book explores themes of bravery, camaraderie, and the chaotic nature of war, particularly in the context of aerial combat. The opening of the novel introduces Lieutenant Bridgeman, who is missing after a mission, and Tam, a Scottish mechanic turned pilot who exhibits both wit and bravado. Looked upon with a mix of respect and amusement by his peers, Tam's larger-than-life personality is evident through his playful banter and recounting of exaggerated exploits. As the narrative unfolds, the young recruits engage in the dangerous realm of dogfights above the German lines, with Tam proving himself more than just a caricature but a skilled airman battling both external enemies and his own apprehensions about the war. The beginning sets the stage for Tam's adventures and the relationships he forms within the squadron. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PE: Language and Literatures: English |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction |
| Subject | War |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25038 |
| Release Date | Apr 11, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 234 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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