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This time Tom Swift is off to Alaska to hunt for the valley of gold. His friend Abe Abercrombie, an old miner, claims to know approximately where it lies: "up where the icebergs and caves of ice are." But he needs Tom and his airplane to help him locate the exact spot. Unknown to Tom, his chief rival, Andy Foger, gets wind of the project and vows to beat Tom to the prize. Unknown to both are the Alaskan natives who will kill to protect their gold...

Tom competes to build the fastest airplane and win a $10,000 prize—but sabotage forces him to rebuild. It’s a race against time in this thrilling aviation story.

Tom Swift puts his modified motorcycle to the test while delivering top-secret plans, dodging spies and danger. His first thrilling ride kickstarts a legendary adventure series.

In pursuit of sunken treasure, Tom and his submarine crew brave the ocean’s depths. Underwater dangers and hidden riches await in this thrilling expedition.

Tom explores ancient ruins in Honduras searching for a lost Mayan idol. This archaeological adventure blends science, culture, and excitement.

A mysterious visitor from outer space arrives as pure energy. Tom must protect Exman from spies and disasters in one of his most thrilling space-age missions.

A stolen diamond hidden in a boat throws Tom Swift into danger. Using his smarts and speed, he battles a gang of thieves in this gripping early adventure.

When a top-secret space probe is mysteriously shot down over the ocean, Tom Swift Jr. jumps into action with his latest invention—the Electronic Hydrolung! In Tom Swift and the Electronic Hydrolung, the young genius must race against a shadowy enemy to recover the probe from the ocean floor before it falls into the wrong hands. With danger lurking beneath the waves and sabotage at every turn, Tom’s ingenuity is pushed to the limit in this thrilling sci-fi adventure.

In Tom Swift and His War Tank, the young inventor turns his genius toward aiding the Allies in World War I. When his revolutionary tank design falls into the hands of German spies, Tom must outmaneuver enemy agents, keep his work a secret, and prove that machines—not just manpower—can win wars. A gripping mix of invention, espionage, and wartime intrigue, this adventure showcases Tom Swift’s knack for innovation and high-stakes action.

Tom Swift enters the world of high-speed racing in Tom Swift and His Electric Runabout. With his custom-built electric car, he’s set to compete in a grueling 500-mile race. But when a sinister plot threatens not only his chances of victory but also the financial future of his community, Tom must think fast to outwit the criminals. Will he cross the finish line as a champion—or lose everything in the process? A thrilling tale of speed, science, and suspense.

n Tom Swift and His Big Tunnel, young inventor Tom Swift is called upon to tackle an engineering nightmare—a seemingly impenetrable mountain in Peru blocking a critical railroad project. With rival companies waiting for them to fail, Tom must develop a groundbreaking explosive to finish the tunnel in time. But the adventure doesn’t stop there. Alongside his loyal companions, he embarks on a perilous journey deep into the Andes, encountering lost cities, ancient secrets, and unexpected dangers. Can Tom’s genius outmatch nature’s toughest challenge? A thrilling mix of science, adventure,...

Tom Swift unveils an aerial warship with terrifying potential, facing sabotage and international intrigue. A mix of high-flying action and inventive genius.