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_aGoodwin, Harold L. _q(Harold Leland), _d1914-1990 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Wailing Octopus: A Rick Brant Science-Adventure Story |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2010 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2010-03-03 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net | ||
| 520 | _a"The Wailing Octopus: A Rick Brant Science-Adventure Story" by John Blaine is a science-adventure novel written in the mid-20th century. The book follows the young protagonist, Rick Brant, and his friend Don Scott as they embark on a treasure-hunting expedition in the Caribbean, specifically to the mysterious Clipper Cay, in search of a legendary golden statue lost in the wreck of a pirate ship. The story blends elements of adventure, archaeology, and science fiction, promising an engaging narrative for readers who enjoy exciting explorations in exotic settings. The opening of the book introduces Rick and Scotty aboard a small plane headed to Clipper Cay, where they are excited about the prospect of underwater exploration. The two boys banter about the legitimacy of their destination and express enthusiasm for what lies ahead, with Rick eager to discover potential artifacts related to the island's pirate history. The narrative establishes their camaraderie with a group of scientists, emphasizing their roles as budding adventurers equipped with diving gear. As they prepare for their journey, hints at potential dangers and mysteries surface, setting the stage for a thrilling adventure as they aim to unravel the secrets of their destination. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aTreasure troves -- Juvenile fiction | ||
| 653 | _aSpies -- Juvenile fiction | ||
| 653 | _aScuba diving -- Juvenile fiction | ||
| 653 | _aVirgin Islands -- Juvenile fiction | ||
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