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Matthews, Stanley R.
Motor Matt's Red Flyer; or, On the High Gear
Motor Stories Thrilling Adventure Motor Fiction No. 6, April 3, 1909
E-text prepared by David Edwards, Demian Katz, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Villanova University Digital Library (http://digital.library.villanova.edu/)
"Motor Matt's Red Flyer; or, On the High Gear" by Stanley R. Matthews is a thrilling adventure fiction written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows the exploits of the young and daring protagonist, Motor Matt, as he finds himself intertwined with an eccentric group of actors led by the mysterious Legree, amidst encounters with villains like the treacherous Hank Brisco. The story encapsulates themes of bravery, friendship, and the unexpected challenges that come with helping others. The opening of the story introduces the stranded actors from "Uncle Tom's Cabin," who are in a comical yet precarious situation involving a river and the bumbling Uncle Tom. The narrative quickly transitions into chaos when a bear appears, leading to their rescue by Motor Matt and his friend Carl, who arrive in their remarkable red automobile, the Red Flier. As the story unfolds, the characters' backstories and the pursuit of the elusive Brisco introduce a sense of urgency and danger, setting the stage for a larger conflict that hints at escalating adventures ahead. The tone is lively and humorous, engaging readers with a blend of action and character-driven storytelling that promises excitement throughout the journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 91.5 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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