Victor Appleton
Author
Language
English
Description
Originally published in 1928, "Tom Swift and the Talking Pictures" invites young readers into the entertainment industry of the 1920s, a time when smartphones and constant media streaming were unimaginable.Step back in time and discover the era before talking pictures, when films were silent, accompanied by live music or sound effects during screenings. This transition marked a revolutionary change, unlocking new storytelling possibilities in the...
Author
Series
Publisher
Wildside Press
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
Tom is waylaid, drugged, shackled, and beaten by a couple of disgruntled ex-employees, who mistakenly believe that Tom's latest invention, The AirLine Express, is their idea. They will try to prevent Tom's success by any means—legal or not!