
In the dust‑blown reaches of the Colorado River’s mouth, a fledgling sheriff named Arizona Bert entrusts his most reliable deputy, Handsome Harry, with a curious assignment. Together with the towering Big Bob and the wiry Kid Strongers, they must ferry a handful of mysterious crates—filled with gold sand, Mexican diamonds, and ancient artifacts—downriver toward Frisco. The orders come from the enigmatic Captain Bartolo Felipe, whose cryptic instructions hint at hidden dangers and unexpected twists.
The quartet sets out in a modest boat, their banter and bravado echoing across the sun‑scorched banks. As they navigate the winding currents, the men’s personalities clash and complement each other: Big Bob’s booming confidence, Kid Strongers’ sharp wit, and Harry’s steady resolve. The journey quickly turns from a simple transport into a test of loyalty, wits, and survival against the untamed wilderness.
Along the way, the crew encounters strange locals, looming forts, and the ever‑present threat of rival smugglers. With the cargo’s true value shrouded in mystery, every bend in the river raises the stakes, promising a wild adventure where honor and danger walk hand in hand.
Language
fi
Duration
~1 hours (97K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Tapio Riikonen
Release date
2021-05-09
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1863–1938
A Swedish writer and translator who brought a taste for far-off adventure to early 20th-century readers. Writing under the name Kurt Lange, he published popular stories of travel, danger, and intrigue, while also helping introduce German adventure fiction to Swedish audiences.
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