ISBN: 9781330688229 - black boulder claim (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. In this novel based on the author's firsthand experiences, two adventurous boys explore the untamed wilderness during the Sierra Nevada gold rush era in California. Ted Wilson arrives in the mining town of Jamesville determined to mine the Black Boulder claim he inherited, despite the dry spring. Lem Strong, a street urchin in need of a friend and a lifeline, clings to Ted despite Ted's own financial struggles. Together, the duo navigate the challenges of prospecting in the unforgiving mountains and face danger when they find evidence of an intruder on Ted's claim. Their expedition becomes a journey of self-discovery and the pursuit of dreams in the face of adversity. Filled with vivid descriptions of life in the gold mines and the natural beauty of the Sierra Nevada range, this book delves into the resilience of the human spirit, the pursuit of wealth, and the bonds between friends. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…