The treasure of Mushroom Rock : A story of prospecting in the Rocky Mountains
"The Treasure of Mushroom Rock: A Story of Prospecting in the Rocky Mountains" by Sidford F. Hamp is a novel written in the late 19th century. This adventurous tale seems to revolve around the escapades of two boys, Tom Swayne and Percy Goodall, who embark on a daring journey full of mischief, exploration, and the quest for treasure in the Rocky Mountains. The story unfolds through their daring escapes and misadventures as
they attempt to navigate their way through challenges that test their friendship and resolve. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Tom and Percy at Moseley’s school where they devise a plan to escape after some mischievous activities. Their escape leads them to uncover a hidden passage in a castle, and eventually, the consequences of their actions unfold as they deal with the repercussions of poaching and their subsequent decision to run away. The opening chapters set a thrilling tone for the story, showcasing a blend of youthful adventure and the consequences that follow, hinting at the exploration of both the Rocky Mountains and their personal growth throughout their journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
The treasure of Mushroom Rock : A story of prospecting in the Rocky Mountains
Original Publication
United States: G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1899.
Credits
Susan E., David E. Brown, Rod Crawford, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Reading Level
Reading ease score: 74.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
