02275cam a22003253u 4500 45326 UtSlPG 20260610134035.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Young, Clarence The Motor Boys in the Clouds; or, A Trip for Fame and Fortune Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-04-06 Produced by Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "The Motor Boys in the Clouds; or, A Trip for Fame and Fortune" by Clarence Young is a children's adventure novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a trio of friends, Jerry, Ned, and Bob, known as the "Motor Boys," who seek thrilling experiences and fame through exciting escapades involving air travel. With an emerging fascination for aeronautics, they embark on a journey to an aeronautical carnival where they encounter various airships, including the dubious invention of their rival, Noddy Nixon. At the start of the tale, the three boys learn about an upcoming carnival showcasing balloons and aeroplanes, sparking their interest in experiencing flight for themselves. The opening portion introduces their playful banter and camaraderie as they discuss the carnival and Noddy's peculiar airship called the "Firefly". Excitement builds when they overhear details about Noddy's ridiculous contraption, setting the stage for a series of competitive and comical incidents that follow. The blend of friendship, rivalry, and determination drives the narrative, promising a tale filled with youthful ambition and adventure among the clouds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Airships -- Juvenile fiction Aeronautics -- Juvenile fiction Nuttall, Charles, 1872-1934 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45326 86165 86165