Dick Kent in the Far North

"Dick Kent in the Far North" by Milton Richards is an adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the escapades of a young man named Dick Kent as he embarks on an expedition in the northern Canadian wilderness alongside his friends Sandy MacClaren and Walter MacClaren. Their journey includes attempts to find a lost gold mine, facing the threat of a villainous scar-faced Indian, and encountering the dangers of the wild. The opening portion of the book sets the scene in a snowy canyon where Dick, Sandy, and Walter uncover a mysterious map within a cave that points to the location of the lost mine. However, their exploration is soon disrupted by the ominous presence of an unknown pursuer, which raises tension and excitement. As they attempt to secure the map, they must remain vigilant against potential threats, especially from the scar-faced Indian, who represents a significant danger to their mission. Overall, the beginning introduces both the promising adventure and the looming challenges that lay ahead for the trio.

Dick Kent in the Far North, by M. M. Oblinger. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #50505.