| Author |
Patchin, Frank Gee, 1861-1925 |
| Title |
The Pony Rider Boys in New Mexico; Or, The End of the Silver Trail
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| Series Title |
The Pony Rider Boys, number 6
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Jim Weiler
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| Summary |
"The Pony Rider Boys in New Mexico; Or, The End of the Silver Trail" by Frank Gee Patchin is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a group of adventurous boys, known as the Pony Rider Boys, as they embark on an exciting journey through the New Mexico landscape, facing unknown challenges and thrilling experiences along the way. The opening sets the stage for a blend of humor and adventure as the boys prepare to engage in their latest expedition. At the start of the novel, the Pony Rider Boys, which includes characters like Tad Butler and Stacy Brown, arrive in the town of Bluewater after a long train journey. They are filled with excitement about their forthcoming adventure across the New Mexico plains. Upon arrival, they encounter curious local villagers, set up their camp, and are introduced to their guide, Juan, whose laziness adds an element of humor to the group dynamic. As they prepare to commence their journey, they overhear a conversation alluding to a hidden treasure, which hints at the adventure and potential dangers that lie ahead. The opening effectively establishes the characters, the setting, and the tone of camaraderie and fun that is likely to unfold throughout their journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Horsemanship -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
New Mexico -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4991 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 26, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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