The Boys' Book of Submarines

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The Boys' Book of Submarines

by A. Frederick (Archie Frederick) Collins, Virgil D. (Virgil Dewey) Collins

EN·~3 hours

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Description

Dive into the world of under‑sea adventure with this hands‑on guide that explains how submarines work, why they matter, and how they shaped the great conflict of the early twentieth century. Filled with clear diagrams, photographs of real vessels, and step‑by‑step instructions, the book shows young readers the inner mechanics of hulls, engines, periscopes and torpedoes, turning complex engineering into an accessible story.

Beyond the technical details, the author invites listeners to build their own model submarine and torpedo, encouraging curiosity and a sense of accomplishment. Historical anecdotes about early U‑boats and modern American craft illustrate the evolution of these daring machines, while vivid descriptions of crew life bring the subject to life. Perfect for budding engineers and history enthusiasts, the narration makes the silent hunters of the deep both understandable and exciting.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (226K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Chris Curnow, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2015-09-04

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the authors

A. Frederick (Archie Frederick) Collins

A. Frederick (Archie Frederick) Collins

1869–1952

Best known as A. Frederick Collins, he turned the excitement of early radio, invention, and practical science into lively books for curious readers. His work helped make new technology feel understandable and hands-on at a time when wireless communication still seemed almost magical.

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Virgil D. (Virgil Dewey) Collins

b. 1898

Best remembered for co-authoring a lively early book on submarines, this little-known writer helped bring modern technology and military subjects within reach of young readers. The surviving record is thin, but his work reflects a practical, explanatory style aimed at curiosity and learning.

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