The Zeppelin Destroyer: Being Some Chapters of Secret History by William Le Queux

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Author Le Queux, William, 1864-1927
Title The Zeppelin Destroyer: Being Some Chapters of Secret History
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "The Zeppelin Destroyer: Being Some Chapters of Secret History" by William Le Queux is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers around the life of Claude Munro, a young aviator and inventor, who is involved in secret experiments aimed at countering the threat posed by German Zeppelins during World War I. As he navigates the challenges of war, aviation, and personal relationships, readers are introduced to a world of espionage, technological innovation, and the struggles faced by those fighting to protect their homeland. At the start of the narrative, Munro recounts a close call while flying, highlighting the dangerous conditions pilots face while testing their aircraft. His conversations with fellow aviators, especially his friend Teddy Ashton and love interest Roseye Lethmere, delve into their shared concerns about the effectiveness of Britain's aerial defenses against German airships. The opening chapters establish the backdrop of intense national anxiety regarding Zeppelin attacks and introduce the urgency of their mission to develop new technologies to combat this threat. Tension builds as characters navigate both personal ambitions and the ever-present danger of espionage, as evidenced by a mysterious incident involving an intrusion into their laboratory, suggesting that their innovations may not be safe from those with nefarious intentions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction
Subject War stories
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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