The Boy Ranchers in Death Valley; Or, Diamond X and the Poison Mystery: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Boy Ranchers in Death Valley; Or, Diamond X and the Poison Mystery: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Boy Ranchers in Death Valley; Or, Diamond X and the Poison Mystery is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Baker, Willard F..
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"The Boy Ranchers in Death Valley; Or, Diamond X and the Poison Mystery" by Willard F. Baker is a novel aimed at a young audience, likely written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the adventures of young ranchers as they confront challenges on their new ranch, which is ominously located in a place known as Death Valley. The main characters include Bud Merkel and his cousins Dick and Nort Shannon, who are set to uncover the mysteries surrounding their recently acquired ranch. The opening of the story begins with a lively scene at the Diamond X ranch, where Bud Merkel is attempting to impress his friends with daring stunts on horseback, showcasing the boys’ adventurous spirit. The atmosphere shifts when Mr. Merkel, Bud’s father, returns from purchasing the Dot and Dash ranch and reveals its foreboding reputation tied to mysterious deaths. The children, undeterred by warnings, eagerly volunteer to venture into Death Valley to solve the mystery and run the new ranch. As they set off, the foreshadowing warnings about the mysterious deaths and strange occurrences shape their journey, introducing elements of suspense and adventure.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Boy Ranchers in Death Valley; Or, Diamond X and the Poison Mystery
- Author credits: Baker, Willard F.
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Detective and mystery stories
- Ranches -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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