Motor Matt's Peril; or, Cast Away in the Bahamas

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Motor Matt's Peril; or, Cast Away in the Bahamas

by Stanley R. Matthews

EN·~3 hours

Chapters

Description

Matt, known as “Mile‑a‑Minute Matt,” is the kind of teen whose courage and speed make him the hero of any playground, but his reputation soon draws him into real danger. While lounging on an Atlantic City beach, he and his boisterous German friend Carl stumble upon a frantic girl and a band of ominous men who look more like pirates than tourists. Their curiosity pulls Matt into a sudden rescue that spirals into a high‑stakes chase, setting the stage for an adventure far beyond the boardwalk.

The rescue leads the boys onto a mysterious submarine, the Grampus, where they meet the resourceful Captain “Nemo Jr.” and a crew of unlikely allies. Together they must outwit treacherous rivals, survive a leaking airship, and navigate the treacherous waters toward the Bahamas. The story blends daring feats, clever teamwork, and the thrill of early 20th‑century technology, promising listeners an exhilarating ride through peril and friendship.

Details

Full title

Motor Matt's Peril; or, Cast Away in the Bahamas Motor Stories Thrilling Adventure Motor Fiction No. 12, May 15, 1909

Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (186K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2015-03-03

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Stanley R. Matthews

Stanley R. Matthews

Best known as the house name behind the fast-paced Motor Matt adventures, this early pulp-era writer worked at astonishing speed and helped shape popular dime-novel fiction for young readers.

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