The Boy Inventors and the Vanishing Gun - A Young Inventor's Mystery Adventure

Richard Bonner

Casa editrice: Good Press

Sinossi

In "The Boy Inventors and the Vanishing Gun," Richard Bonner artfully weaves a captivating narrative that delves into the world of young inventors facing moral dilemmas in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. The book's literary style is characterized by vivid descriptions and energetic dialogue that evoke both adventure and introspection, all while being set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America. This historical context is crucial, as it highlights the innovative spirit of the time, capturing the excitement and peril that accompany the progress of science and invention, particularly through the lens of youth. Richard Bonner, known for his acute understanding of adolescent aspirations and ethical quandaries, draws from his own experiences in education and mentorship. His passion for inspiring young minds to pursue creativity and ethics plays a significant role in the thematic depth of this novel. Bonner's background in engineering and his enthusiasm for youth innovation resonate throughout the narrative, providing authenticity to the characters' endeavors and dilemmas. This book is a must-read for those drawn to tales of invention, courage, and the moral lessons that accompany technological advancement. Bonner's compelling storytelling not only entertains but also encourages readers to reflect on their own relationship with innovation and ethics.

Disponibile da: 12/11/2023.

Lunghezza di stampa: 107 pagine.

Altri libri che potrebbero interessarti

The Ghostly Tales of Virginia City

Stacia Deutsch

Ghost stories from Virginia City, Nevada have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! The haunted history of Virginia City comes to life—even when the main players are dead. Wander into Six Mile Canyon, but keep your eye out for the ghost of old Jack Davis. Or check into the International Hotel for a glimpse of guests who checked in but never checked out. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained; just be sure to keep the light on.

Mostra libro

The Dawn Seal

Holly Webb

When Lissa spends the summer with her dad on his boathouse, she can't help but feel a little lonely. She misses her mum and sister back home, and her dad's job means that he can't spend as much time with her as she'd hoped.

Then one morning during a paddle boarding lesson she spots a lost seal pup in the river trying to find its way home. Lissa wants to help her, but can she protect the young seal without scaring her away?

A heartwarming story about family from best-selling author Holly Webb.

Mostra libro

Dr Maniac Will See You Now

R. L. Stine

In this spinoff to the New York Times–bestselling Goosebumps series, a boy gets superpowers when he has to fend off a comic book villain come to life. 
 
Richard Dreezer loves reading comic books. He spends a lot of his time at the Comic Book Museum in his neighborhood. He even dreams of being a superhero with strange and amazing powers. But when the insanely devious Dr. Maniac appears in the real world, Richard has his hands full. If Richard doesn’t do something fast, everything he knows will be destroyed. But how do you reason with a maniac? Richard better figure it out fast because the doctor is now in . . . sane.

Mostra libro

Haunted Ireland - An Atlas of...

Kieran Fanning

Take a tour across Ireland with these ghost stories from every county …
Ireland is an ancient land of magic, superstition and belief in otherworldly things, so it is no surprise that it is also rich in ghost stories.
These 32 terrifying tales have been handed down from generation to generation, carried from fireside to fireside by professional storytellers, or seanchaí, and are now collected and retold here for younger readers.
From witches to banshees to poltergeists, there's a spooky story or site to discover, wherever you are in the country – but are you brave enough to start reading?

Mostra libro

A Beginner's Guide to Ruling the...

David Solomons

A brilliantly funny story of what happens when a galactic princess moves in next door and almost brings about the end of the world. Exciting new fiction from the bestselling, award-winning author of My Brother is a Superhero.

Gavin's got a new neighbour and she's really annoying. Niki follows him everywhere, bosses him about, and doesn't care that her parents will obliterate Earth with their galactic warships if she doesn't stop running away from them. Can Niki and Gavin sort out the alien despots (aka Mum and Dad) and save the planet? Possibly. Will they become friends along the way? Doubtful...

'David Solomons represents the best in contemporary comic writing for children' -- Guardian

A hilarious new story from the author of My Brother Is a Superhero, winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and the British Book Industry Awards Children's Book of the Year. Perfect for fans of David Baddiel and David Walliams.

Read the My Brother is a Superhero series:


- My Brother Is a Superhero
- My Gym Teacher is an Alien Overlord
- My Evil Twin is a Supervillain
- My Arch-Enemy is a Brain in a Jar
- My Cousin is a Time-Traveller

Mostra libro

Peter Pan

J. M. Barrie

In the Longsellers collection, you will find the most read and loved books of all time.Published in 1911, Peter Pan, became a classic whenever we talk about the challenges of growing up. In the story, Wendy and her brothers are taken to the magical world of Neverland by Peter Pan, the boy who wouldn't grow up.The author, J. M. Barrie, was a Scottish novelist and playwright, also known for Margaret Ogilvy, Jane Annie (with Arthur Conan Doyle) and the play Dear Brutus. This book includes the biographical note "Barrie: A Triumph of Personality" by Jesse Lynch Williams.We hope you'll love this book as much we do, and don't forget to check the rest of the collection for more beloved classics.

Mostra libro