Betty Gordon in the Land of Oil; Or, The Farm That Was Worth a Fortune: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Betty Gordon in the Land of Oil; Or, The Farm That Was Worth a Fortune is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Emerson, Alice B..
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"Betty Gordon in the Land of Oil; Or, The Farm That Was Worth a Fortune" by Alice B. Emerson is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the adventurous protagonist, Betty Gordon, who embarks on an exciting train journey to Flame City, Oklahoma, alongside her friend Bob Henderson. Their journey is filled with lively conversations, friendships, and hints of mystery regarding potential swindlers targeting unsuspecting farmowners in the oil-rich area. At the start of the novel, Betty is dining on a train and filled with anticipation about their destination in Flame City. As she and Bob engage in playful banter, Bob overhears two suspicious men discussing a scheme to cheat a vulnerable farmer out of her land in the oil region. This revelation sets the stage for their adventure, as Betty expresses a strong desire to thwart these potential con artists. While Betty is excited about exploring the land and even planting flower seeds along the way, Bob is concerned about their safety and is determined to protect Betty from any wrongdoing. This combination of youthful exuberance and budding detective work suggests that their journey will lead to both personal growth and thrilling encounters.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Betty Gordon in the Land of Oil; Or, The Farm That Was Worth a Fortune
- Author credits: Emerson, Alice B.
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Oklahoma -- Fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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