Desert Conquest; or, Precious Waters: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Desert Conquest; or, Precious Waters: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Desert Conquest; or, Precious Waters is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Chisholm, A. M. (Arthur Murray) (1872–1960).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Desert Conquest, or Precious Waters" by A. M. Chisholm is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The storyline appears to intertwine themes of adventure and conflict centered around the struggles of ranchers in a dry, arid land as they face the powerful interests of a railway company. The main character, Clyde Burnaby, is accompanied by her cousin Nita on a train journey, where they encounter various individuals, including ranchers and railroad workers, hinting at the broader conflict over land and resources that will develop throughout the narrative. At the start of the story, Clyde Burnaby is traveling with her young cousin, Nita, on a train that traverses the plains. Clyde is initially bored and annoyed by the scenery and Nita's lively commentary, but soon she becomes embroiled in an unexpected and tense situation: a train robbery. Just as Clyde and Nita navigate their initial discomfort, a masked robber holds up the passengers, prompting Clyde to think quickly and hide her valuables thanks to the advice of a stranger across the aisle, sparking an intriguing connection that hints at future developments in their relationship. The opening sets a tone of adventure, not just through the peril of the robbery but also establishing themes of resilience and the confrontational dynamics between the ranchers and the railway company that will drive the narrative forward.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Desert Conquest; or, Precious Waters
- Author credits: Chisholm, A. M. (Arthur Murray) (1872–1960)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Western stories
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Novels
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