Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Edward Sylvester Ellis

Name: Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Edward Sylvester Ellis
Author: Edward Sylvester Ellis

The narrative follows a group of young aviators who learn to fly, train for races and test altitude, and encounter both technical challenges and hostile attacks. Interspersed are practical lessons as a professor explains principles of aviation, while episodes depict forest navigation, survival work, mysterious communications, and coordinated searches after an aeroplane is destroyed. Conflicts escalate from gunfire and failed diplomacy to scientific ingenuity, culminating in a rescue led by Milo Morgan. The book blends action, technical explanation, and cooperative problem-solving across episodic adventures.

By Edward Sylvester Ellis

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Edward Sylvester Ellis

Edward Sylvester Ellis was an American author known for his prolific contributions to juvenile literature in the late 19th century. He wrote adventure stories that captivated young readers, often set against the backdrop of the American frontier and wilderness. His notable works include "A Waif of the Mountains" and "Adrift in the Wilds; Or, The Adventures of Two Shipwrecked Boys," which reflect themes of survival and exploration. Ellis's writing is characterized by its engaging narratives and moral lessons, making him a significant figure in the genre of boys' adventure fiction during his time.