The Boy Miners; Or, The Enchanted Island, A Tale of the Yellowstone Country: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Boy Miners; Or, The Enchanted Island, A Tale of the Yellowstone Country: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Boy Miners; Or, The Enchanted Island, A Tale of the Yellowstone Country is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Ellis, Edward Sylvester (1840–1916).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Boy Miners; Or, The Enchanted Island, A Tale of the Yellowstone Country" by Edward S. Ellis is a novel written in the late 19th century. This adventure story follows the journey of young gold miners, particularly focusing on brothers George and Edwin Inwood, and their companion Jim Tubbs, as they navigate the dangers of mining in the wilderness of California. The characters find themselves embroiled in conflict with the indigenous Mohave Indians while uncovering various mysteries and challenges along the way. At the start of the narrative, young Edwin Inwood is acting as a lookout for his brother George and their friend Jim Tubbs, who are busy mining for gold in a cave. Tension builds as Edwin spots a group of Mohave Indians approaching, prompting a hurried retreat into their hideout. After a close encounter with the Native Americans, the trio cleverly captures one of the Mohaves, leading to a strategic debate on how best to handle their situation. The opening chapters set the stage for a blend of adventure and conflict, suggesting themes of bravery, survival, and the complexities of human interaction in the wild, while introducing the characters' skills and personalities in the face of danger.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Boy Miners; Or, The Enchanted Island, A Tale of the Yellowstone Country
- Author credits: Ellis, Edward Sylvester (1840–1916)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- African American cowboys -- Fiction
- California -- Gold discoveries -- Fiction
- Dime novels
- Gold mines and mining -- Fiction
- Miners -- Fiction
- Mohave Indians -- Fiction
- Western stories
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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