Bert Wilson, Wireless Operator
by OpenStories
Original author: J. W. Duffield
"Bert Wilson, Wireless Operator" by J. W. Duffield is a fictional adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Bert Wilson, a young wireless operator embarking on a maritime voyage aboard the steamer "Fearless", where he encounters various challenges and adventures at sea, including a thrilling rescue from a burning ship. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Bert and his two friends, Dick and Tom, who witness a dangerous incident involving a mad Malay with a knife at a San Francisco wharf. The boys bravely subdue the assailant, showcasing their athleticism and courage. As they board the "Fearless" for their journey to the East, Bert learns of his new role as the ship's wireless operator, while the group anticipates the excitement and perils awaiting them on their adventure across the Pacific. The narrative sets the stage for a journey filled with suspense, camaraderie, and the thrill of discovery.
Bert Wilson, Wireless Operator, by J. W. Duffield. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #39262.
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16 Chapters
- 1.Chapter I: Running Amuck2,875 words
- 2.Chapter II: An Unexpected Meeting2,591 words
- 3.Chapter III: A Startling Message2,735 words
- 4.Chapter IV: The Flaming Ship3,815 words
- 5.Chapter V: An Island Paradise3,003 words
- 6.Chapter VI: The "gray Ghost"2,007 words
- 7.Chapter VII: A Swim for Life2,310 words
- 8.Chapter VIII: The Captured Shark1,796 words
- 9.Chapter IX: In the Heart of the Typhoon2,787 words
- 10.Chapter X: The Derelict2,801 words
- 11.Chapter XI: The Tiger at Bay3,776 words
- 12.Chapter XII: Among the Cannibals4,096 words
- 13.Chapter XIII: The Hunting Wolves4,466 words
- 14.Chapter XIV: The Land of Surprises3,681 words
- 15.Chapter XV: The Dragon's Claws3,278 words
- 16.Chapter XVI: The Pirate Attack2,136 words