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To Alaska for Gold; Or, The Fortune Hunters of the Yukon

By Edward Stratemeyer
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Two Maine brothers, left to fend for themselves after family misfortune, join their uncle and a party of prospectors and travel west to the Klondike during the gold rush. The narrative follows their journey from coastal ports through Chilkoot Pass, boat-building on mountain lakes, and descent of the Yukon, depicting dangers such as stowaways, rapids, scarce food, and brutal wintering. In the diggings they learn practical mining methods like sluice-box work, endure cycles of luck and setback, and finally undertake a long return downriver after a season of hard-won gains and losses.

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Edward Stratemeyer

Edward Stratemeyer was an American author and publisher, best known for creating a number of popular children's book series in the early 20th century. He founded the Stratemeyer Syndicate, which produced series such as the "Hardy Boys" and "Nancy Drew," shaping the landscape of juvenile literature. Stratemeyer wrote under various pseudonyms and was known for his ability to engage young readers with adventurous and moralistic tales. His works, including titles like "A Young Inventor's Pluck" and "Dave Porter and His Classmates," often featured themes of bravery, ingenuity, and friendship, making him a significant figure in American literary heritage.

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