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THE ROVER BOYS IN THE LAND OF LUCK - OR - STIRRING ADVENTURES IN THE OIL FIELDS
BY ARTHUR M. WINFIELD - (Edward Stratemeyer) - AUTHOR OF "THE ROVER BOYS AT SCHOOL," "THE ROVER BOYS ON THE OCEAN," "THE ROVER BOYS ON A HUNT." "THE PUTNAM HALL SERIES," ETC.
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NEW YORK GROSSET & DUNLAP PUBLISHERS Made in the United States of America
INTRODUCTION
List of Illustrations
THE ROVER BOYS IN THE LAND OF LUCK
CHAPTER I - OUT IN THE STORM
CHAPTER II - WHO THE ROVER BOYS WERE
The Rover brothers—Dick, Tom, Sam, and their spirited cousins—have traded schoolyard pranks for real‑world challenges. When a booming discovery in the southern oil fields promises fortunes, they pack their gear and head west, eager to prove their mettle amid black‑gold rushes. A sudden storm forces them to seek shelter, where they first meet a charismatic promoter whose offers seem too good to be true.
Soon the boys are thrust into the hectic rhythm of drilling, hauling equipment and fending off mysterious setbacks that threaten to halt progress. Their loyalty to one another and quick thinking turn each obstacle into a lesson in courage, while rival crews and unexpected hazards keep the tension high. Listeners will savor the blend of daring exploits, friendship, and early‑twentieth‑century frontier spirit that defines this lively adventure.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (348K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2010-01-04
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1862–1930
A powerhouse of early children's fiction, he helped shape generations of young readers through fast-paced adventure stories and a publishing system that became famous in its own right. His work laid the groundwork for beloved series like the Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, Tom Swift, and the Bobbsey Twins.
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