Joe Strong on the High Wire: Or, Motor-Cycle Perils of the Air

Published in 1916, 'Joe Strong on the High Wire: Or, Motor-Cycle Perils of the Air' by Vance Barnum is a juvenile adventure novel that follows Joe Strong, a circus performer known for his daring spirit and innovative ideas. As he sets out to create a thrilling act involving riding a motor-cycle across a high wire, the story captures the excitement of circus life and early motor technology. The narrative features Joe's challenges, inventive problem-solving, and interactions with friends and rivals, making it a notable example of early 20th-century juvenile fiction.