With his latest invention, the Transmittaton, Tom Swift Jr. solves two baffling scientific mysteries. This ingenious device can atomize objects, send them great distances, and reassemble the atoms. What happens when Tom uses the Transmittaton to prevent a catastrophic invasion of earth by ghosts from another galaxy is only the beginning of a series of spine-tingling adventures for the young inventor.

       At the same time Tom and his father are asked to take on an important mission. They are to locate a prehistoric giant mammal believed to be entombed in solid ice in the Andes Mountains and transport it to the United States. Despite attempts by the Swift's crafty, vicious enemies to sabotage the project, father and son accomplish their dangerous mission with the aid of Tom's Transmittaton.

       Unexpected thrills and high-voltage suspense fill every page of this gripping story.