The Pony Rider Boys in Alaska; Or, The Gold Diggers of Taku Pass
by OpenStories
Original author: Frank Gee Patchin
"The Pony Rider Boys in Alaska; Or, The Gold Diggers of Taku Pass" by Frank Gee Patchin is a fictional adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a group of young boys, known as the Pony Rider Boys, as they embark on a thrilling journey to Alaska in search of adventure and fortune. The narrative hints at themes of exploration, friendship, and the perils associated with the quest for gold. At the start of the story, the Pony Rider Boys are aboard the steamer "Corsair," heading through the enchanting waters of Alaska. The protagonist, Tad Butler, learns about a group of mysterious prospectors known as the Gold Diggers of Taku Pass, which intrigues him and sets the stage for their adventure. The opening chapters establish an atmosphere of excitement and uncertainty as they navigate the complexities of the people they encounter, including the skittish Gold Diggers, while also foreshadowing potential danger and conflict that lies ahead in their quest for exploration and possibly gold.
The Pony Rider Boys in Alaska; Or, The Gold Diggers of Taku Pass, by Frank Gee Patchin. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #30588.
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22 Chapters
- 1.Front Matter811 words
- 2.Chapter I: Through Enchanting Waters3,663 words
- 3.Chapter II: The Boys Scent a Plot2,205 words
- 4.Chapter III: In Desperate Straits1,392 words
- 5.Chapter IV: On the Overland Trail2,005 words
- 6.Chapter V: Traveling a Dangerous Mountain Pass1,850 words
- 7.Chapter VI: Caught in a Giant Slide2,297 words
- 8.Chapter VII: Going to Bed by Daylight1,720 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: An Intruder in the Camp2,031 words
- 10.Chapter IX: A Mystery Unsolved1,883 words
- 11.Chapter X: In the Home of the Thlinkits2,176 words
- 12.Chapter XI: The Guide Who Made a Hit1,919 words
- 13.Chapter XII: In the Heart of Nature1,672 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: A Pony Rider Boy's Pluck970 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: Stacy Bumps the Bumps1,901 words
- 16.Chapter XV: The Story in the Dead Fire897 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: A Sign From the Mountain Top1,252 words
- 18.Chapter XVII: An Unexpected Meeting745 words
- 19.Chapter XVIII: An Unfriendly Reception1,940 words
- 20.Chapter XIX: The Professor in a Rage1,603 words
- 21.Chapter XX: Tad Discovers Something870 words
- 22.Conclusion2,003 words