Accompanies Tom on many adventures. There is a constant rivalry between he and Rad as to who gets to serve Tom. Tom's nemesis in the earlier books. A bully and braggert who is occasionally abetted by his father. Andy made his last appearance in volume 15, although he is mentioned in volume 18.
Every boy possesses some form of inventive genius.
Tom Swift is a bright ingenious boy and his inventions and adventures make the most interesting kind of reading. Some collectors believe the following two books should be included in a complete Tom Swift collection. While not directly related to the main series, they are interesting collectibles. Shorthand Tom, The Reporter by Edward Stratemeyer First published in 1894, it is the first appearance of the name Tom Swift in a Stratemeyer book. Reprinted many times by many publishers for at least 30 years.