Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive; Or, Two Miles a Minute on the Rails

"Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive; Or, Two Miles a Minute on the Rails" by Victor Appleton is a thrilling tale where a bright young inventor named Tom Swift takes on the challenge of building an unbelievably fast electric train. Railroad president Richard Bartholomew asks Tom and his father for help, and Tom quickly finds himself racing against time and sneaky rivals who will do anything to stop him. Right after this discussion, Tom faces danger firsthand when he is accosted by a footpad, suggesting lurking enemies are keenly interested in stealing his ideas. This story blends cool science with suspenseful danger, making it an exciting adventure about innovation, competition, and overcoming scary enemies.