The Boy Ranchers on Roaring River; Or, Diamond X and the Chinese Smugglers by Baker

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Author Baker, Willard F.
Illustrator Hastings, Howard L. (Howard Livingston), 1887-1955
Title The Boy Ranchers on Roaring River; Or, Diamond X and the Chinese Smugglers
Note Reading ease score: 94.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits Produced by Al Haines
Summary "The Boy Ranchers on Roaring River; Or, Diamond X and the Chinese Smugglers" by Willard F. Baker is a fictional adventure novel written in the early 20th century. This book is part of a series focusing on young ranchers as they face various challenges and mysteries in the American West. The story centers on three boys—Nort, Dick, and Bud—as they embark on an exciting mission involving smuggling and a mysterious sheep ranch that raises suspicion. The opening of the book introduces the main characters at their ranch where they have been called for a job. They're soon given a task by Bud’s father, Mr. Merkel, to manage a sheep ranch near Roaring River, amidst the backdrop of rumors concerning smuggling activities in the area. The boys's adventure begins when they overhear suspicious conversations hinting at illegal dealings connected to the arrival of Chinese immigrants. Their excitement escalates upon learning of the shooting of a marshal linked to smugglers, and they quickly set off to uncover the mystery, facing dangers such as a potential cyclone, unexpected enemies, and intrigue as they arrive at their new ranch. The camaraderie among the boys and their swift action in the face of peril sets the stage for a thrilling narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Smuggling -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Ranches -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Illegal immigration -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 27096
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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