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Dave Dashaway, Air Champion; Or, Wizard Work in the Clouds

By Roy Rockwood
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A young aviator trains and competes in a grand international aviation contest, demonstrating skill in speed, altitude, and stunt events while relying on specially designed aircraft and a loyal assistant. As the competition progresses, rivalries and sabotage surface, including tampered instruments and secret adversaries, forcing improvisation, daring flights, and timely rescues. Alongside races and exhibition flying, investigative threads reveal a concealed cache of diamonds and the exposure of a hidden foe, bringing the technical challenges and moral choices of early aviation into a final resolution.

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Roy Rockwood

Roy Rockwood was an American author known for his contributions to children's adventure literature in the early 20th century. He created the popular series featuring Bomba the Jungle Boy, which captivated young readers with tales of exploration and survival in exotic locales. Rockwood also penned the Dave Dashaway series, which followed a young aviator's thrilling escapades in the skies and beyond. His works often blended elements of adventure, science fiction, and fantasy, appealing to the imaginations of his audience. Through his engaging storytelling, Rockwood has left a lasting impact on the genre of juvenile fiction.

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