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The Philadelphia Adventure

The Philadelphia Adventure

Children's BooksJuvenile
Pages
151
Published
1992
Language
English

Synopsis

Vesper Holly, a young adventurer, returns home to Philadelphia hoping for a quiet break. Her plans are quickly interrupted when President Ulysses S. Grant requests her unique talents. With the Centennial Exposition of 1876 drawing global attention, Vesper must confront her old foe, the nefarious Doctor Helvetius, to prevent his latest scheme.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

AdventurousLightheartedTense
QuestRivalsChosen One

Genres

Children's Books Juvenile Adventure

About the author

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Lloyd Alexander

Lloyd Alexander is the author of the beloved Chronicles of Prydain series, starting with The Book of Three. He's a master storyteller, known for his engaging fantasy adventures that often explore themes of courage and self-discovery.

Characters

Vesper HollyProtagonist
Doctor HelvetiusAntagonist
Ulysses S. GrantSupporting
All characters in The Philadelphia Adventure