The Flight of the Silver Ship - Hugh McAlister - Bog

The Flight of the Silver Ship: Around the World Aboard a Giant Dirigible by Hugh McAlister is an exciting adventure novel that takes readers on a journey around the world aboard a massive airship. The story follows the crew of the Silver Ship as they embark on a daring mission to circumnavigate the globe, facing numerous challenges and obstacles along the way.As the crew travels across continents and oceans, they encounter a variety of cultures and landscapes, from the bustling cities of Europe to the rugged wilderness of the Australian outback. Along the way, they must contend with mechanical failures, treacherous weather conditions, and unexpected encounters with wildlife.Despite the many dangers they face, the crew of the Silver Ship remains determined to complete their mission, driven by a sense of adventure and a desire to explore the unknown. Along the way, they form close bonds with one another, learning to rely on each other in the face of adversity.Filled with thrilling action and vivid descriptions of exotic locales, The Flight of the Silver Ship is a must-read for fans of adventure and exploration. Whether you're a fan of science fiction or simply love a good adventure story, this book is sure to captivate and entertain.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.