The Boy With The United States Survey (1909)

By Francis Rolt-Wheeler

Book Overview

The Boy With The United States Survey is a historical fiction novel written by Francis Rolt-Wheeler and first published in 1909. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Jack, who joins the United States Geological Survey team on their expedition to map and explore the American West. As Jack travels through the rugged terrain of the western United States, he encounters a variety of challenges and obstacles, including dangerous wildlife, harsh weather conditions, and treacherous terrain. Along the way, he learns about the importance of teamwork, perseverance, and the value of scientific exploration. The book is filled with vivid descriptions of the natural beauty of the American West, as well as detailed accounts of the Survey's work and the challenges they faced. It also includes illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the geography and topography of the region. Overall, The Boy With The United States Survey is a thrilling and educational read that offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of American exploration and scientific discovery.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437146368
• ISBN13: 9781437146363
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 464 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"