The Young Treasure Hunter; Or, Fred Stanley's Trip to Alaska: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Young Treasure Hunter; Or, Fred Stanley's Trip to Alaska: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Young Treasure Hunter; Or, Fred Stanley's Trip to Alaska is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Webster, Frank V..
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"The Young Treasure Hunter; Or, Fred Stanley's Trip to Alaska" by Frank V. Webster is a fictional adventure story written in the early 20th century. The tale follows young Fred Stanley, who is motivated by his family's financial difficulties and his father's mining injury to pursue a treasure hunting expedition in Alaska. With a letter of introduction from a friendly old prospector and a hopeful spirit, Fred embarks on a journey that promises not only the potential for gold but also greater adventure. At the start of the story, we meet Fred Stanley, who is supportive and responsible despite his youth, as he prepares to seek work in a nearby mining area to help his struggling family. The narrative presents Fred's interactions with his ailing father, his aspirations to ease their financial burdens, and the intriguing legend of a hidden treasure in Alaska. While searching for employment, he encounters an old miner named Bill Gardner, who shares a captivating story about a buried treasure linked to a deceased friend. This ignites Fred's ambition to seek out this treasure, leading to his preparations for a daring expedition, along with the challenges and risks associated with such a venture.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Young Treasure Hunter; Or, Fred Stanley's Trip to Alaska
- Author credits: Webster, Frank V.
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Alaska -- Juvenile fiction
- Gold mines and mining -- Alaska -- Juvenile fiction
- Treasure troves -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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