The Pioneer Boys of the Missouri; or, In the Country of the Sioux by Rathborne
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"The Pioneer Boys of the Missouri; or, In the Country of the Sioux" by Harrison Adams is a historical fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows young cousins Dick and Roger Armstrong, who are determined to continue their fathers' pioneering legacy as they embark on an adventurous journey along the Missouri River. Their quest is driven by the need to secure their family’s home and land, at risk
of falling into the hands of a cunning French trader. The opening of the novel introduces Dick and Roger as they enjoy a fishing trip on the Missouri River, showcasing their boyish camaraderie and skills. The narrative quickly shifts to reveal the broader stakes of their adventure, as their families face uncertainty over land ownership due to a potential flaw in their property title. The boys, having learned about the perilous circumstances surrounding their homestead, decide to pursue a man named Jasper Williams, who holds the key to securing their family's future. This decision sets the stage for their journey into the unknown, filled with the promise of discovery and the threat of dangers from both nature and hostile forces. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rathborne, St. George, 1854-1938 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Rogers, Walter S. (Walter Stanton), 1870-1937 |
| Title | The Pioneer Boys of the Missouri; or, In the Country of the Sioux |
| Credits |
Produced by Beth Baran, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Frontier and pioneer life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Missouri River -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46797 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-46797-9 |
| Release Date | Sep 7, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 636 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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