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The CheeChalker (Mystery & Suspense Short Stories Collection) (Golden Age Stories),Used
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A CheeChalker is a newcomer to Alaska; an Indian word meaning one who is inexperienced or has no knowledge.Bill Norton might be new to Ketchikan but hes no tenderfoot. In fact, hes one of the sharpest FBI agents this side of the Yukonsavvy, tough, and resourceful, like Harrison Ford as Jack Ryan in Clear and Present Danger.Norton's come to this roughandtumble town to look into a case of a missing personhis own bosswho vanished investigating a heroin smuggling operation. What Norton finds is a string of corpses, a gallery of rogues, and a fleet of fishing boats that specialize in red herrings. He also finds himself warming up to the heartstopping halibut heiress Elaine Halloway.But is Elaine mixed up in the heroin trade or a victim of it? To find the truth Norton will have to make living men sweatand dead men talk. Because every body fished out of the icy waters has a story to tell, and it will take all of Norton's CSIlike skills to squeeze it out of them.Hubbard wrote The CheeChalker in 1940 while on his Alaskan Experimental Radio Expedition. One of its main purposes was to test an experimental radio navigation system enabling the user to locate the source of radio transmissions. While in Ketchikan, Ron used this equipment to assist the US Army Signal Corp, Coast Guard, and local FBI. In the process, he helped uncover a Nazi saboteur who had invented a device to interfere with radio transmissions between Alaska and the continental United States. So it's not surprising that a radio station plays a significant role in this story.
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- Q: What is 'The Chee-Chalker' about? A: 'The Chee-Chalker' is a mystery and suspense short stories collection that follows FBI agent Bill Norton as he investigates the disappearance of his boss in Ketchikan, Alaska, amidst a heroin smuggling operation.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Chee-Chalker'? A: The author of 'The Chee-Chalker' is L. Ron Hubbard.
- Q: What format is 'The Chee-Chalker' available in? A: 'The Chee-Chalker' is available in an audio CD format.
- Q: When was 'The Chee-Chalker' published? A: 'The Chee-Chalker' was published on January 1, 2009.
- Q: Is 'The Chee-Chalker' suitable for all ages? A: 'The Chee-Chalker' is classified under the historical category, and due to its themes, it may be more suitable for adult audiences.
- Q: How long is the audio CD of 'The Chee-Chalker'? A: The total running time of the audio CD is not specified in the product details.
- Q: What are the main themes in 'The Chee-Chalker'? A: The main themes in 'The Chee-Chalker' include suspense, mystery, and the exploration of crime in a historical context.
- Q: Is there any background information about the writing of 'The Chee-Chalker'? A: Yes, L. Ron Hubbard wrote 'The Chee-Chalker' in 1940 while on an Alaskan Experimental Radio Expedition, which was aimed at testing a radio navigation system.
- Q: What kind of characters can be found in 'The Chee-Chalker'? A: The story features a variety of characters, including FBI agents, local rogues, and a halibut heiress, who all contribute to the unfolding mystery.
- Q: Does 'The Chee-Chalker' have any connections to real historical events? A: Yes, the story references real historical events, including Hubbard's assistance to the US Army Signal Corps and the Coast Guard during World War II.