The Broncho Rider Boys Along the Border / Or, The Hidden Treasure of the Zuni Medicine Man

Name: The Broncho Rider Boys Along the Border / Or, The Hidden Treasure of the Zuni Medicine Man
Author: Frank Fowler

By Frank Fowler

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The narrative follows three young broncho riders crossing border country who encounter wilderness hazards, hunt, confront a panther, and are caught in a sand storm while traveling toward a Zuni village. Their expedition includes meetings with local healers and a medicine man, examinations of unusual dwellings and rituals such as a rattlesnake dance, and episodes of starvation, loss, and narrow escapes. Conflict centers on the stealing of a sacred belt, discovery of a hidden wall and a secret of a sacred mountain, and a desperate situation that culminates with the arrival of an ally and the unearthing of a concealed treasure tied to the medicine man.

About the Author

Frank Fowler

Frank Fowler was an American author known for his contributions to children's literature and instructional texts. He is particularly recognized for the "Broncho Rider Boys" series, which combines adventure and themes of bravery, appealing to young readers with tales of the American West. In addition to his fiction, Fowler wrote educational materials, such as "Drawing in Charcoal and Crayon for the Use of Students and Schools," which reflects his interest in art education. His works often blend entertainment with moral lessons, making them a staple in early 20th-century youth literature.