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Collins, A. Frederick (Archie Frederick)
1869
1952
Collins, Archie Frederick
Collins, Virgil D. (Virgil Dewey)
1898
1953
Collins, Virgil Dewey
17031264
The Boys' Book of Submarines
A word to you -- The first of the submarines -- How to make and work a model submarine -- How a real submarine is made and works -- The heart of the submarine -- Making and shooting the torpedo -- making the submarine deadlier -- The wonderful eye of the submarine -- The marvelous tongue and ears of the submarine -- The crew of the submarine -- How the submarine attacks -- The new submarine chasers -- The last word in submarines.
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"The Boys' Book of Submarines" by A. Frederick Collins and Virgil D. Collins is an informative publication written in the early 20th century. This book serves as a guide for young readers, exploring the mechanics, history, and design of submarines, particularly during World War I. Its main focus is on educating boys about submarines, including how they function and the intricate details of their construction, with practical components for building models included as well. At the start of the book, the authors introduce readers to the concept of submarines, emphasizing their significance during the ongoing world conflict. The text outlines the evolution of submarines, dating back to early inventions and notable figures such as Robert Fulton and David Bushnell. It highlights the role of submarines in modern naval warfare, explaining their capabilities and the advancements that led to their current designs. The opening serves as a captivating invitation for young enthusiasts to delve deeper into the fascinating world of underwater exploration and warfare. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Submarines (Ships) -- Juvenile literature
Submarines (Ships) -- Design and construction -- Juvenile literature
Submarines (Ships) -- Models -- Juvenile literature
Submarine warfare -- Juvenile literature
World War, 1914-1918 -- Naval operations -- Submarine -- Juvenile literature
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Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: History - Warfare
Category: Engineering & Technology
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