| Author |
Watkins, Richard Howells |
| Title |
The air splasher
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| Original Publication |
New York: Street & Smith Corporation, 1929.
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| Series Title |
Produced from the November 7, 1929 issue of The Popular Magazine.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Roger Frank and Sue Clark
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| Summary |
"The Air Splasher" by Richard Howells Watkins is a thrilling aviation adventure written in the late 1920s. This novel chronicles the daring exploits of King Horn, a stunt pilot known for his reckless flying and numerous crashes, as he grapples with the consequences of his death-defying career. The story likely explores themes of bravery, love, and the quest for self-identity amid the adrenaline-fueled world of aviation. In "The Air Splasher," readers are introduced to King Horn, whose risky aerial performances captivate crowds while simultaneously endangering his life. After a particularly harrowing crash, he realizes that his reckless reputation may jeopardize his future as a pilot. The emotional core of the narrative unfolds as Horn develops deeper feelings for Lyle Tennant, the daughter of his employer. When faced with a life-threatening situation involving transporting a group of important passengers, including Lyle's father, Horn's skills are put to the ultimate test. His heroic actions not only solidify his place in aviation history but also lead him to confront his reckless self-image, revealing a newfound maturity and commitment to safer flying and to Lyle. The novel concludes with Horn earning respect and paving the way for a more stable life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
Air pilots -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
75112 |
| Release Date |
Jan 15, 2025 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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