The Flight of the Silver Ship - Hugh McAlister - Bog

The Flight of the Silver Ship: Around the World Aboard a Giant Dirigible is a science fiction novel written by Hugh McAlister. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the journey of a group of adventurers who embark on an incredible journey around the world aboard a massive airship.The novel begins with the introduction of the Silver Ship, a massive dirigible that has been designed to circumnavigate the globe. The crew of the airship is made up of a diverse group of individuals, each with their own unique skills and personalities.As the Silver Ship takes to the skies, the crew encounters a variety of challenges and obstacles, including harsh weather conditions, mechanical failures, and unexpected encounters with other airships and aircraft. Along the way, they also encounter a number of fascinating cultures and landscapes, from the bustling cities of Europe to the remote wilderness of the Arctic.As the journey progresses, the crew must work together to overcome these challenges and stay on course. Along the way, they also discover a number of secrets and mysteries, including hidden treasures and ancient artifacts that could change the course of history.Overall, The Flight of the Silver Ship is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of science fiction, historical fiction, and action-adventure. It is a captivating tale of exploration, discovery, and the power of human ingenuity and perseverance.1930. David Ellison, with little money but lots of ambition; Wally Cram, who has plenty of money; and Red Ryan, a young Irish mechanic are bound for a school for apprentices for lighter-than-air craft. Three years later, David and Red are putting the finishing touches on the flight of the Silver Ship, a giant dirigible nearing completion in its hanger. Wally appears. He has heard the Silver Ship needs more backing. He puts enough capital into the venture to assure himself a place on her round-the-world flight. He will now be a dazzling figure in the public eye. When the majestic ship leaves her hanger, David is a pilot and Red a mechanic aboard her. When she returns in nineteen days, she holds the record for a world flight. Wally is a very humble rich man, David a victorious pilot and inventor, and Red Ryan the friend that sticketh tighter than a brother. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.