The Boy Fortune Hunters in Panama

by L. Frank Baum

Overview

The Boy Fortune Hunters in Panama is another sequel to L. Frank Baum's adventure series that follows the three young adventurers, Sam Steele, Dick Hunter, and Tom Holly, as they embark on a new journey through Panama. In this book, the boys set out to join the construction of the Panama Canal, where they encounter various challenges, including dangerous working conditions and corrupt officials. They also become involved in a plot to steal a valuable artifact from a local temple. Along the way, they meet a variety of colorful characters, including a brave young woman named Ronda Clay, who helps them navigate the dangers of the Panama Canal. They also encounter a ruthless thief named Hennessey, who will stop at nothing to claim the valuable artifact for himself. As they work to foil Hennessey's plans and complete their own mission, the boys once again prove themselves to be resourceful and brave. They navigate the dangers of the jungle, outwit their enemies, and ultimately succeed in their quest. "The Boy Fortune Hunters in Panama" is a thrilling adventure story that captures the excitement and danger of exploring new lands. Baum's vivid descriptions of the Panama Canal and its surroundings bring the story to life, and the novel remains a beloved classic of American literature.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783988262653
Publisher:	Otbebookpublishing
Publication date:	04/06/2023
Series:	Classics To Go
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	146
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

L. Frank Baum (1856-1919) was an American author best known for his children's book "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," which has become a classic of American literature and inspired numerous adaptations in film, theater, and other media. Baum was born in New York state and grew up in a family that was involved in the theater. He worked as a salesman and newspaper editor before turning to writing, and published his first book, "Mother Goose in Prose," in 1897. Baum went on to write over 50 books, many of them for children. His Oz series of books, which began with "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" in 1900, are his most famous works. The Oz books are known for their fantastical characters and settings, as well as their underlying themes of friendship, loyalty, and self-discovery. Baum continued to write Oz books until his death in 1919, and the series was later continued by other writers. Baum was also involved in various other endeavors during his life. He owned a theater company and was involved in early film production, and he also worked as a storekeeper, chicken farmer, and oil company executive at various points in his life. He was a supporter of women's rights and was involved in the suffrage movement, and he also wrote several non-fiction books on topics such as window display and stamp collecting. Baum passed away in 1919 at the age of 62. Despite his success as a writer, he struggled financially at times during his life, and his contributions to literature were not fully appreciated until after his death. However, his legacy lives on through his beloved Oz books, which continue to enchant readers of all ages.

Date of Birth:

May 15, 1856

Date of Death:

May 6, 1919

Place of Birth:

Chittenango, New York

Place of Death:

Hollywood, California

Education:

Attended Peekskill Military Academy and Syracuse Classical School