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Larry Dexter's Great Search, Or The Hunt For The Missing Millionaire, Classics To Go

Larry Dexter's Great Search, Or The Hunt For The Missing Millionaire is a children's adventure book written by Howard Roger Garis. The story follows Larry Dexter, a young boy with a detective spirit, as he sets out to find the missing millionaire, Mr. Crawford. The only clue Larry has is a note left behind by the millionaire, saying that he has gone on a trip around the world, but Larry believes that something more sinister is at play. Larry, along with his friends Dick, Bob, and Lola, travel to various locations around the world, including Egypt and the South Pacific, in their pursuit of Mr. Crawford. Along the way, they face a number of challenges, including dangerous animals, treacherous weather, and even pirates. Eventually, the group discovers that Mr. Crawford has been kidnapped by a group of criminals who are after his wealth. Larry and his friends devise a plan to rescue the millionaire and bring the criminals to justice. In the end, they are successful in their mission, and Mr. Crawford is reunited with his family.

Howard Roger Garis

Howard Roger Garis (1873-1962) was an American author and newspaper writer, best known for his children's books featuring the character of Uncle Wiggily Longears. He was born in Binghamton, New York, and grew up in Newark, New Jersey. Garis began his career as a newspaper reporter and editor, working for several newspapers in Newark and New York City. In 1910, he began writing stories for children, creating the character of Uncle Wiggily, an elderly rabbit with a limp who goes on various adventures and helps other animals in need. The Uncle Wiggily series proved to be incredibly popular, with over 70 books and numerous short stories published over the course of several decades. Garis also wrote other children's series, including the "Bedtime Stories" and "Sammie and Susie Littletail" books. In addition to his work as a writer, Garis was also involved in radio broadcasting. He wrote scripts for several radio programs, including "Let's Pretend" and "The Adventures of Uncle Wiggily," which aired on NBC from 1937 to 1950. Howard Roger Garis's contributions to children's literature were significant, and his books remain popular with young readers today. His work helped to popularize the idea of animal characters in children's literature, and his use of simple language and engaging stories made his books accessible to children of all ages.

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