
Aunt Jane’s Nieces on the Ranch
CHAPTER I—UNCLE JOHN DECIDES
CHAPTER II—EL CAJON RANCH
CHAPTER III—THAT BLESSED BABY!
CHAPTER IV—LITTLE JANE’S TWO NURSES
CHAPTER V—INEZ THREATENS
CHAPTER VI—A DINNER WITH THE NEIGHBORS
CHAPTER VII—GONE!
CHAPTER VIII—VERY MYSTERIOUS
CHAPTER X—CONJECTURES AND ABSURDITIES
In the middle of a New York snowstorm, the generous Uncle John Merrick decides it’s time for a change of scenery, and he invites his two beloved nieces, the lively Patsy and the thoughtful Beth, to accompany him on a journey far from the city’s bustle. Their departure promises a welcome escape from winter’s chill, but also stirs a playful rivalry with the irascible Major Doyle, who is reluctant to lose his favorite companion.
The party soon finds themselves on a sprawling ranch, where the wide-open plains and bustling cattle bring both wonder and unexpected hurdles. As the nieces adapt to life among cowhands, they discover hidden talents, forge new friendships, and begin to understand the true meaning of independence and family. Their adventure is a charming mix of humor, gentle lessons, and the thrill of stepping into an unfamiliar world, all while Uncle John’s generous spirit keeps the group’s morale high.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (235K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net.
Release date
2011-04-12
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1856–1919
Best known for opening the door to Oz, this inventive American writer turned a lively mix of humor, fantasy, and stagecraft into one of the most enduring worlds in children's literature. His stories still feel welcoming, strange, and full of possibility.
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