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Cobb, Frank
Dangerous deeds : $b or, The flight in the dirigible
Aeroplane boys series, 3.
Aviator series, 3.
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"Dangerous Deeds: or, The Flight in the Dirigible" by Captain Frank Cobb is a thrilling adventure novel written in the early 20th century. It revolves around a young aviator named Lawrence Petit, who has risen from a life of poverty to become an accomplished pilot, driven by a fierce ambition to succeed and an enduring hope of discovering his origins. The story unfolds against the backdrop of World War I's aftermath, where espionage and high-stakes missions set the stage for Lawrence to undertake a dangerous journey involving a dirigible and mysterious adversaries. At the start of the novel, the atmosphere in Washington is thick with fog, adding an element of mystery as Lawrence observes planes in flight, reflecting on his own past and ambitions. The narrative quickly shifts to Lawrence's upcoming meeting with a powerful figure, Hamilton Ridgeway, who is seeking to involve him in a secret and perilous mission. The tension escalates when Lawrence discovers that he is embroiled in a conspiracy involving espionage, the transportation of sensitive documents, and a gang of elusive criminals linked to the king's jewels. As the plot progresses, the stakes become increasingly high, and Lawrence must navigate the treacherous waters of intrigue, danger, and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 91.3 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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Airships -- Juvenile fiction
Aeronautics -- Juvenile fiction
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