Tom Swift and His Big Tunnel - Appleton, Victor
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Venture into the heart of the Andes with "Tom Swift and his Big Tunnel: or, The Hidden City of the Andes," a thrilling adventure of invention and discovery. Join the intrepid young inventor as he embarks on a daring expedition through South America, utilizing cutting-edge technology to unravel the mysteries of a lost civilization. This classic tale, penned by Victor Appleton, captures the spirit of exploration and the boundless potential of human ingenuity. A captivating blend of action, mystery, and science fiction, "Tom Swift and his Big Tunnel" promises suspenseful thrills as Tom confronts…mehr

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Venture into the heart of the Andes with "Tom Swift and his Big Tunnel: or, The Hidden City of the Andes," a thrilling adventure of invention and discovery. Join the intrepid young inventor as he embarks on a daring expedition through South America, utilizing cutting-edge technology to unravel the mysteries of a lost civilization. This classic tale, penned by Victor Appleton, captures the spirit of exploration and the boundless potential of human ingenuity. A captivating blend of action, mystery, and science fiction, "Tom Swift and his Big Tunnel" promises suspenseful thrills as Tom confronts the challenges of the Andes in search of a hidden city. A testament to the enduring power of adventure stories, this meticulously prepared edition will transport readers of all ages to a world of daring feats and technological marvel. 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.
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Victor Appleton was a pen name used by the Stratemeyer Syndicate, a publishing organization that created popular children's book series in the early 20th century. The name was primarily associated with the Tom Swift series, which was published from 1910 to 1941 and became iconic for its portrayal of a young, inventive protagonist. The Tom Swift series followed the adventures of Tom, a resourceful and daring young inventor, who used his innovative creations to tackle challenges, often involving cutting-edge technology and thrilling escapades. In addition to the Tom Swift books, Victor Appleton was also used for several other series, including the Motion Picture Chums (1913-1916), Moving Picture Boys (1913-1922), and Movie Boys (1926-1927), which catered to the growing popularity of the film industry. These series focused on the adventures of young characters involved in the world of cinema, blending the excitement of early movie-making with the classic adventure format. While the Tom Swift books are the most well-known, the Victor Appleton name played a significant role in shaping early 20th-century children's literature, providing young readers with tales of adventure, innovation, and heroism.