The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure by H. L. Sayler

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Author Sayler, H. L. (Harry Lincoln), 1863-1913
Title The Air Ship Boys : Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure
Note Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Sean Pobuda
Summary "The Air Ship Boys: Or, the Quest of the Aztec Treasure" by H. L. Sayler is a novel likely written during the early 20th century. The story follows the daring adventures of two young protagonists, Ned Napier and Alan Hope, as they embark on an exciting journey in search of the legendary Aztec treasure known as the Turquoise Temple. With the aid of a mysterious military figure, Major Baldwin Honeywell, the boys are determined to construct a dirigible and explore the uncharted territories believed to house the hidden wealth of the Aztecs. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the bustling atmosphere of the Dearborn Street station in Chicago, where Ned and Alan anxiously await the arrival of a crucial cargo for their expedition. The opening chapter illustrates their meticulous preparations, revealing the special nature of their journey and the unique materials involved, such as liquid hydrogen for their balloon. As they load the mysterious black case marked "Explosive" onto the train, hints of danger and adventure loom on the horizon. The chapter sets the tone for a thrilling exploration filled with challenges, potential encounters with Native Americans, and the ambitious goal of uncovering the lost city of Cibola and its riches, making it an intriguing read for adventure enthusiasts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Airships -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Aeronautics -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 6908
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 31, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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