Tom Swift and His Submarine Boat; Or, Under the Ocean for Sunken Treasure

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Tom Swift and His Submarine Boat; Or, Under the Ocean for Sunken Treasure

by Victor Appleton

EN·~4 hours

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Tom Swift, the bright‑eyed teen prodigy, is back in his seaside workshop, where his ingenious father, the famed inventor Barton Swift, is putting the finishing touches on a daring new submarine. When Tom and his seasoned pilot friend, Mr. Sharp, return in their sleek airship, they bring not only fresh supplies but also a tantalizing clue about a long‑lost wreck teeming with treasure. The pair’s enthusiasm is infectious, and the bustling workshop soon hums with the promise of underwater adventure.

Together they set out to test the submersible’s cutting‑edge design, hoping to dive beneath the waves and uncover the hidden riches before rival treasure hunters can get their hands on them. Along the way, they must contend with unpredictable weather, the mysteries of the deep sea, and the ever‑present challenge of keeping their groundbreaking invention out of prying eyes. The story blends high‑flyer excitement with daring engineering, inviting listeners to imagine the thrill of exploration and the ingenuity that drives it.

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Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (234K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Anthony Matonac

Release date

1997-06-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Victor Appleton

Victor Appleton

Best known as the name behind the original Tom Swift adventures, this pen name was used by the Stratemeyer Syndicate for fast-moving stories packed with invention, travel, and danger. The books helped shape a classic style of American juvenile fiction that stayed popular for generations.

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