The Stolen Aeroplane; or, How Bud Wilson Made Good
by OpenStories
Original author: H. L. Sayler
"The Stolen Aeroplane; or, How Bud Wilson Made Good" by H. L. Sayler is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Bud Wilson, a resourceful and ambitious young boy, who seeks to prove himself when he gets the chance to work with an aeroplane at the Scottsville County Fair. The narrative explores Bud's journey from being considered a troublemaker to becoming an unexpected hero. At the start of the story, we are introduced to Bud Wilson, who is seen as an idle youth without a job but yearning for adventure. When he encounters Mr. Josiah Elder, the president of the Scottsville Fair Association, he learns that the expert operator for the aeroplane exhibit has not arrived, leaving them in a bind. Bud expresses his passion for aeroplanes and his eagerness to help, leading to an opportunity to work on assembling the aeroplane. As the anticipation builds for the big event, Bud's knowledge of aeronautics and his determination shine through, setting the stage for an exciting and transformative experience at the fair.
The Stolen Aeroplane; or, How Bud Wilson Made Good, by H. L. Sayler. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #54579.
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18 Chapters
- 1.Front Matter326 words
- 2.Chapter I: An Idle Boy Gets a Job2,111 words
- 3.Chapter II: The Hero of the Gravel Pit2,179 words
- 4.Chapter III: Scottsville’s Fair Secures an Aviator1,807 words
- 5.Chapter IV: A Midnight Lunch2,109 words
- 6.Chapter V: Madame Zecatacas Reads the Future2,276 words
- 7.Chapter VI: The Gypsy Queen’s Talisman2,477 words
- 8.Chapter VII: A Foolhardy Trick in an Aeroplane2,127 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: Amateur Vs. Professional2,149 words
- 10.Chapter IX: Bud Makes a Strange Contract1,995 words
- 11.Chapter X: The Flight in the Dark2,481 words
- 12.Chapter XI: Dumped Into the Marsh2,513 words
- 13.Chapter XII: The Romney Ring Brings News2,306 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: A Unique Starting Device2,336 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: An Exhibition Under Difficulties2,432 words
- 16.Chapter XV: The Enemy Outwitted Once More2,692 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: Bud Discovers a Friend2,282 words
- 18.Chapter XVII2,534 words