
A band of energetic American boys—Fred, John, and their trusty guide Zeke—set out on a rugged desert trek, craving the kind of hands‑on adventure that tests their wits and courage. Their journey takes a startling turn when they stumble upon a bleached skeleton half‑buried in the sand, a grim reminder that the landscape holds secrets of its own. The boys’ curiosity is sparked not only by the grim remains but also by the scattered tools of a long‑gone prospector, hinting at a story waiting to be uncovered.
Together they decide to follow the clues, piecing together fragments of a forgotten life while grappling with the practical choices of what to do with the bones and the mysterious little book found in a coat pocket. Their resolve and quick thinking drive them deeper into the mystery, offering a vivid portrait of youthful determination and the thrill of discovery that defines a true adventure.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (266K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Emmy and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net)
Release date
2005-02-09
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
Best known for brisk early-20th-century adventure stories for young readers, this American author wrote the popular Go Ahead Boys books along with wartime tales and other action-filled fiction. His stories are remembered for fast pacing, teamwork, and a strong sense of youthful daring.
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