Tom Swift and His Great Searchlight; or, on the border for Uncle Sam - Softcover

Appleton, Victor

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1444421816 ISBN 13: 9781444421811

Publisher: ValdeBooks, 2024

Synopsis

"Tom Swift and His Great Searchlight; or, on the border for Uncle Sam" is a captivating adventure in the Tom Swift series by Victor Appleton. In this story, Tom Swift, the young inventor, is faced with a new challenge: helping to protect the United States border during a time of heightened security concerns. Tom develops a powerful searchlight, a technological marvel capable of illuminating vast distances with intense brightness. The novel follows Tom and his friends as they embark on a mission to deploy the searchlight along the border. Their journey is fraught with danger and intrigue, as they encounter smugglers, outlaws, and other nefarious characters attempting to cross the border under the cover of darkness. The searchlight proves to be an invaluable tool in their efforts to safeguard the nation, showcasing Tom's ingenuity and patriotism. Appleton weaves a story that combines elements of adventure, science, and patriotism, against the backdrop of early 20th-century American history. The novel not only entertains but also reflects on the role of technology in national security and the importance of innovation in serving the greater good.

About this title

About the Author

Victor Appleton was a house pseudonym used by the Stratemeyer Syndicate and its successors, most famous for being associated with the Tom Swift series of books. Ghostwriters of these books included Howard Roger Garis, John W. Duffield, W. Bert Foster, Debra Doyle with James D. Macdonald, F. Gwynplaine MacIntyre, Robert E. Vardeman, Thomas M. Mitchell, and James Duncan Lawrence.

Edition details

• Publisher: ValdeBooks
• Publication date: 2024
• ISBN 10: 1444421816
• ISBN 13: 9781444421811
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 135