| Author |
Miller, Warren H. (Warren Hastings), 1876-1960 |
| LoC No. |
23012874
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| Title |
Red Mesa : A tale of the southwest
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| Original Publication |
United States: D. Appleton and Company, 1923.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Tim Lindell, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Red Mesa: A Tale of the Southwest" by Warren H. Miller is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the desert landscapes of Arizona, following a group of explorers led by Sid and his cowman companion, Big John, as they seek out ancient ruins and pursue the legend of a lost Spanish mine. Their adventures are filled with themes of exploration, friendship, and the deep connection between humans and nature. At the start of the book, the two companions, alongside their trusted canine friends, venture into Cañon Honanki in search of archaeological treasures linked to the area's Native American history. Their curiosity about the cliff dwellings escalates into an undertaking to uncover ancient artifacts, culminating in the discovery of a pottery tablet inscribed with a potential lead to a fabled mine. As they unravel the mysteries of the desert, they not only encounter the challenges of the rugged terrain but also the implications of their discoveries—bringing them into conflict with outside forces that wish to exploit the land's resources for personal gain. The thrilling premise introduces readers to a richly woven tapestry of history, adventure, and camaraderie, making the novel an enticing read for those who enjoy tales of exploration and the Southwest. (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 |
Western stories
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| Subject |
Adventure stories
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| Subject |
Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Arizona -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Hunters -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Abandoned mines -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73274 |
| Release Date |
Mar 28, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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