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Herbert Strang
The Motor Scout: A Story of Adventure in South America
"The Motor Scout: A Story of Adventure in South America" by Herbert Strang is a fictional adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Young Tim O’Hagan, a spirited sixteen-year-old boy living in the town of San Rosario in the Peruvian Andes, who gets caught up in thrilling escapades involving a motor-bicycle, brigands, and local politics, including the corrupt governor and the rebellions against the oppressive prefect. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Tim as he takes a wild ride through town with the local gobernador, Señor José Fagasta, who is humorously terrified of the motor-bicycle. The ride quickly turns serious when they are ambushed by brigands, and while Tim manages to escape, he is ultimately left grappling with his conscience about abandoning the gobernador. Subsequently, Tim decides to return and frees Señor Fagasta from captivity, leading to an unexpected friendship. This sets in motion a series of events involving Tim's family, corrupt officials, and a deeper political conflict, propelling the storyline into exciting and risky adventures as the young protagonist navigates his way through schemes and dangers that impact both his family and community.
Frank V. Webster
Two Boys of the Battleship; Or, For the Honor of Uncle Sam
"Two Boys of the Battleship; Or, For the Honor of Uncle Sam" by Frank V. Webster is a juvenile adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around two brothers, Frank and Ned Arden, who are enthusiastic about the sea and dream of serving on a battleship. After facing a series of unfortunate events, including their uncle's political troubles and their own struggles in New York, the boys decide to enlist in the navy to pursue their ambition. The opening of the book introduces Frank and Ned as they navigate a stormy sea in their motor dory, showcasing their love for adventure and the ocean. After surviving the treacherous weather, they return home, only to learn about their uncle's legal troubles stemming from a political accusation in a South American republic. As the situation escalates, the boys find themselves without a home or money. This leads them to consider enlisting in the navy, a decision driven by their desire for a new beginning and the possibility of proving their uncle's innocence.
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