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When Danny and his friend Joe Pearson find a hidden cave in the woods, they enlist Professor Bulfinch, who has just invented a portable X‑ray device, and geologist Dr. Tresselt for an exploratory trip. With Danny, Joe, and Irene joining, the group slips into the cavern, where the X‑ray technology reveals unexpected treasures. As they investigate, they must navigate the cave’s dangers to escape and share their remarkable findings.
First publish date: 1961
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Jay Williams
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