
THE MOTORMANIACS - BY LLOYD OSBOURNE - CONTENTS: THE MOTORMANIACS THE GREAT BUBBLE SYNDICATE COAL OIL JOHNNY JONES - THE MOTORMANIACS - THE MOTORMANIACS
THE GREAT BUBBLE SYNDICATE
COAL OIL JOHNNY
BEAUTIFUL STACKPORT TWO HOURS' RIDE FOR $1 CHILDREN 1/2 PRICE
JONES - I
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In a world buzzing with the newest marvel—automobiles—an eclectic crew of opportunists calls themselves the Motormaniacs. Their schemes range from daring automobile chases to clever manipulations of the fledgling motor trade, all narrated with a sharp, witty edge. The opening thrusts listeners into a lively mix of rivalry, romance, and the restless spirit of an era racing toward modernity.
At the heart of the tale is a quick‑tempered narrator and a fiercely independent woman whose banter crackles with sarcasm and lingering affection. Their past entanglements as scalpers and lovers surface as they reminisce about a fateful automobile that altered their paths. As they navigate old grievances and new ambitions, the story promises a blend of humor, tension, and the intoxicating thrill of early motor culture.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (173K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
May 1, 2004
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1868–1947
An American novelist and memoirist with a front-row seat to literary history, he is best remembered for working closely with his stepfather, Robert Louis Stevenson. His own writing blends adventure, travel, and personal recollection in a way that feels vivid and direct.
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