Tom Swift and the Cosmic Astronauts

By: Victor Appleton II and Graham Kaye

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Synopsis: A solution to the prohibitive cost of producing vehicles for further space explorations is Tom Swift Jr.'s new goal. But the success of the young scientist-inventor's project is threatened by the wily Li Ching, a renegade scientist. Banished from his native land because of rebellious acts, Li Ching is now the leader of a ruthless group intent on pirating scientific secrets. But Li Ching and his nefarious confederates are only partially responsible for Tom's troubles. Olin Whaley, an unscrupulous international criminal, proves to be a second formidable obstacle. Despite the ever-present threats of sabotage and piracy, Tom and his friend Bud Barclay are soon taking Tom's latest invention, the Space Kite--a two-man craft for training future space pilots--on its test flight. The experiment turns into a harrowing experience when the boys are nearly marooned in outer space.

Book Quality:: Excellent
Book Size:: 185 Pages
Publisher:: Grosset & Dunlap
Date of Addition:: 01/21/14
Copyrighted By:: Grosset & Dunlap, Inc.
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Teens, Literature and Fiction, Mystery and Thrillers, Science Fiction and Fantasy
Grade Levels:: Sixth grade, Seventh grade, Eighth grade
Submitted By:: cross-stitch lady
Proofread By:: Valerie Cote
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.