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Other books in this series!
The Mystery of the Missing Magnetos (with technical supplement).
A novel by Rob Laurent
The author of Southern Cross Engines and Leader Trucks - The Australian Challenger
has written an exciting adventure story for secondary-school aged readers.
The Mystery of the Missing Magnetos is set in an Australian historical museum where
old machines, old ways and old values are preserved. Ronnie’s the tractor expert, Tip’s
the computer whiz, and Barbie’s the grazier’s daughter. There’s trouble galore when this
trio decides to investigate the theft of some valuable magnetos from the Toomaroo
Museum.
This book is more than a novel. As well as the adventures of the three kids there’s also a
technical supplement that gives readers the opportunity to learn about many of the
machines and manufacturers that feature in the story. Here they can find out how the
various types of petrol and diesel engines work. They’ll also learn about major Australian
firms like Ronaldson-Tippett, Kelly & Lewis, A.H. McDonald, H.V. McKay and Southern
Cross. There’s information about several makes of Australian tractors and overseas
ones like the Lanz Bulldog and Steiger. There’s even a bit about blacksmithing as well.
The book’s combination of entertainment and knowledge is intended to introduce
readers to the fascinating world of old machinery and to encourage interest in the
achievements of past generations. Parents or grandparents with an interest in things mechanical will find this book an ideal gift for
their children or grandchildren.
The Mystery of the Missing Magnetos is an A5-size soft cover book of 116 pages. It’s printed on quality paper with section-sewn
pages that won’t fall out. The price has been kept to a minimum to make it affordable to everyone.
$12.50 AUD (includes postage within Australia)
Click on the PDF link to read a sample
chapter of this book.
