John Henry Goldfrap

Broschiertes Buch

The Boy Aviators' Polar Dash

Beschreibung

Experience a thrilling tale of courage and adventure with John Henry Goldfrap's "The Boy Aviators' Polar Dash: or, Facing Death in the Antarctic." This classic boys' adventure story plunges into the icy heart of Antarctica, where daring aviators confront the dangers of polar exploration. Set against the backdrop of early aviation and the heroic age of Antarctic discovery, this action-packed narrative captures the spirit of adventure and the relentless pursuit of the unknown. Readers will be transported to a world of frozen landscapes and perilous skies, facing the challenges of survival in one of Earth's most unforgiving environments. Perfect for anyone fascinated by aviation history, polar exploration, and classic juvenile fiction, "The Boy Aviators' Polar Dash" is a timeless story of bravery and determination. Rediscover this captivating journey to the bottom of the world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

John Henry Goldfrap (1879-1917) was an English-born author and journalist, best known for his works of children's adventure fiction. After moving to the United States, Goldfrap worked for the Evening World and contributed to several San Francisco newspapers before relocating to New York in 1905. Goldfrap became prominent in the early 20th century as a writer of boys' adventure books, often contributing to the "American series phenomenon." He wrote under various pen names including Captain James Carson, Marvin West, Freemont B. Deering, and Captain Wilbur Lawton, among others. His most recognized works include the "Boy Scouts" series. Aside from his books, Goldfrap was also involved in writing movie scripts. Unfortunately, his life was cut short when he died of tuberculosis in 1917 at Seaside Hospital, Staten Island, leaving behind a widow. Despite his brief career, Goldfrap made significant contributions to the world of children's literature, creating stories filled with adventure and life lessons that still resonate with readers today.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 231g
• ISBN-13: 9781023107761
• ISBN-10: 1023107767
• Artikelnr.: 74110243