The Secret Battleplane by Percy F. Westerman

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Author Westerman, Percy F. (Percy Francis), 1876-1959
Title The Secret Battleplane
Note Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by R. G. P. M. van Giesen
Summary "The Secret Battleplane" by Percy F. Westerman is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of World War I, the story follows two young friends, Athol Hawke and Dick Tracey, as they embark on an adventurous journey across England, encountering mechanical challenges and the excitement of aviation breakthroughs. The narrative is filled with elements of camaraderie, bravery, and the innovative spirit of the time, particularly as they become involved with a mysterious inventer, Desmond Blake, and his cutting-edge aircraft design. At the start of the book, Athol and Dick find themselves snowed in at Shrewsbury amidst a blizzard. While discussing their ill-fated motorbike journey, they decide to seek shelter and assistance, eventually encountering the enigmatic Desmond Blake, who has been secretly working on a revolutionary battleplane. The two friends learn about aviation while helping Blake prepare for a flight that aims to showcase his invention to the military authorities. The opening chapters set the scene for thrilling adventures ahead, mixing elements of mechanical ingenuity with the perils of wartime espionage as they navigate the challenges posed by their surroundings and unseen enemies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Airplanes -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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