The Boy Scouts in the Rockies; Or, The Secret of the Hidden Silver Mine: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Boy Scouts in the Rockies; Or, The Secret of the Hidden Silver Mine: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Boy Scouts in the Rockies; Or, The Secret of the Hidden Silver Mine is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Carter, Herbert, active 1909-1917.
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"The Boy Scouts in the Rockies; Or, The Secret of the Hidden Silver Mine" by Herbert Carter is a novel written in the early 20th century. This exciting adventure follows a group of Boy Scouts, specifically the Silver Fox Patrol, as they embark on a thrilling journey in the Rocky Mountains. The story delves into themes of camaraderie, bravery, and the pursuit of adventure, featuring characters like Thad Brewster, the patrol leader, and his companions, who face various challenges, including encounters with wild animals and mysterious figures. At the start of the story, the Silver Fox Patrol is introduced while they navigate treacherous mountain trails, sharing light-hearted banter about their past escapades and personal quirks. The dialogue establishes the group's dynamics, revealing traits such as Step Hen's forgetfulness and Smithy’s curiosity. However, the atmosphere quickly shifts when they confront an unexpected danger as one member, Smithy, nearly falls from the trail. The opening sets the stage for their adventure, hinting at greater mysteries ahead, including tales of a lost silver mine linked to the character Aleck Rawson, who later experiences a harrowing ordeal involving a hostile prospector named Colonel Kracker. This captivating introduction intrigues readers with its mix of adventure, the spirit of exploration, and the promise of uncovering secrets hidden within the mountains.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Boy Scouts in the Rockies; Or, The Secret of the Hidden Silver Mine
- Author credits: Carter, Herbert, active 1909-1917
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Boy Scouts -- Juvenile fiction
- Rocky Mountains -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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