
Three teenage friends—Frank, his younger brother Harry, and their reporter pal Billy—have already earned a reputation for daring feats in the skies. Fresh from a daring rescue in Florida that won them a government bonus and a sleek aeroplane called the Golden Eagle II, they now set their sights on a new challenge: an African expedition to track a stolen ivory herd. Their enthusiasm is infectious, and the trio’s banter and distinct personalities promise a lively partnership as they prepare for the unknown.
Back in a converted garage on Madison Avenue, the boys meticulously pack gear—tent supplies, rifles, medical kits, and even bright trinkets for trading with locals. Guided by the counsel of a retired African explorer, they assemble a fully equipped aircraft with wireless, ready to brave the continent’s rugged terrain and hidden dangers. Listeners will be swept into the excitement of their planning stage, feeling the pull of distant jungles, the promise of high‑altitude adventure, and the camaraderie that will carry them through the trials ahead.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (293K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Sean Pobuda
Release date
2004-11-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1879–1917
Best known for fast-paced boys' adventure series about aviators, scouts, and wireless operators, this prolific writer helped shape early 20th-century popular fiction. He also worked as a journalist and used several pen names, leaving behind a surprisingly varied career in a short life.
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