Download or read book The Affair in Death Valley written by Clifford Knight and published by Pickle Partners Publishing. This book was released on 2019-11-01 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Affair in Death Valley, first published in 1940, features true-to-life descriptions of Death Valley places, buildings, and natural features, and centers on three murders and an attempted murder. Amateur detective Huntoon Rogers, an English professor from California, investigates, and eventually solves the mystery. Clifford Reynolds Knight (1886-1963) authored twenty-four crime novels between 1937 and 1952, often notable for their exotic settings, beginning with the Red Badge prize winning The Affair of the Scarlet Crab. Eighteen of Knight’s books feature Huntoon Rogers, each title beginning with The Affair of...”
Download or read book Historic Resource Study a History of Mining in Death Valley National Monument written by Linda W. Greene and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Black Cat Weekly 39 written by Walter Jon Williams and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2022 with total page 680 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to Black Cat Weekly #39. It’s hard to believe BCW is 39! As with every magazine, our goals include not just entertaining our readers, but making every issue better than the last. I finally feel like we’re on top of production methods, and the contents keep offering a selection of great stories for every reader’s taste. (If you can’t find something you love here, I’d be very surprised.) From classic pulp fiction to modern SF and mysteries (not to mention our ventures into adventure fiction and westerns), we cover all the bases. Here's the lineup: Mysteries / Suspense / Adventure: “Last Seen Heading East” by Joseph S. Walker [Michael Bracken Presents short story] “A Little Boy Is Missing,” by Saul Golubcow [short story] “A Secret Admirer,” by Hal Charles [solve-it-yourself mystery] “A Close Shave,” by Art Taylor [Barb Goffman Presents short story] The Case of Angus Blair, by Hulbert Footner [novel] The Affair in Death Valley, by Clifford Knight [novel] Science Fiction & Fantasy: “The Last Ride of German Freddie,” by Walter Jon Williams [Cynthia Ward Presents short story] “The Rat Aloft,” by John Gregory Betancourt [short story] “A Question of Salvage,” by Malcolm Jameson [novella] “The Secret of Kralitz,” by Henry Kuttner [short story] “The Monster-God of Mamurth,” by Edmond Hamilton [short story]
Download or read book Death Valley and the Amargosa written by Richard E. Lingenfelter and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 1988-01-11 with total page 700 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the history of Death Valley, where that bitter stream the Amargosa dies. It embraces the whole basin of the Amargosa from the Panamints to the Spring Mountains, from the Palmettos to the Avawatz. And it spans a century from the earliest recollections and the oldest records to that day in 1933 when much of the valley was finally set aside as a National Monument. This is the story of an illusory land, of the people it attracted and of the dreams and delusions they pursued-the story of the metals in its mountains and the salts in its sinks, of its desiccating heat and its revitalizing springs, and of all the riches of its scenery and lore-the story of Indians and horse thieves, lost argonauts and lost mine hunters, prospectors and promoters, miners and millionaires, stockholders and stock sharps, homesteaders and hermits, writers and tourists. But mostly this is the story of the illusions-the illusions of a shortcut to the gold diggings that lured the forty-niners, of inescapable deadliness that hung in the name they left behind, of lost bonanzas that grew out of the few nuggets they found, of immeasurable riches spread by hopeful prospectors and calculating con men, and of impenetrable mysteries concocted by the likes of Scotty. These and many lesser illusions are the heart of its history.
Download or read book Death Valley National Monument N M Natural and Cultural Resource Management Plan Proposed NV CA written by and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Furnace Creek Resort written by David Woodruff and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2016 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since opening on February 1, 1927, with just 12 guest rooms, Furnace Creek Resort has achieved preeminence among US National Park lodges and hotels. Conceived by the Pacific Coast Borax Company in 1926, the inn was the answer to the declining mining industry, which had left the Death Valley Railroad with nothing to haul. The construction of Furnace Creek Inn helped to shift Death Valley's draw from mining to tourism, bringing a new industry to the Old West. Steeped in history and tradition, the inn and the ranch have become as much a destination as the park itself. With naturally heated swimming pools, the world's lowest golf course, four-diamond hospitality, and surroundings of unsurpassed natural beauty, Furnace Creek offers experiences that are long remembered by its guests.
Download or read book The Boy Ranchers in Death Valley written by Willard F. Baker and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Boy Ranchers in Death Valley" is an enthralling installment in the action-packed "Boy Ranchers" series by Willard F. Baker. In this thrilling adventure, Chip, Ted, and Dick, the brave young ranchers, find themselves navigating the treacherous and unforgiving landscapes of Death Valley, facing perilous challenges and unraveling a gripping mystery. When an unexpected invitation arrives for the boys to visit Death Valley, a region known for its extreme temperatures and formidable terrain, they eagerly accept the opportunity to explore this mysterious and dangerous place. Joined by their loyal and resourceful friend, Jim, they set off on a journey that will test their courage and resilience to the limits. As they delve deeper into Death Valley, the boys uncover a series of strange occurrences, including mysterious disappearances and rumored sightings of a legendary ghost town. Intrigued by these unsettling events, Chip, Ted, Dick, and Jim embark on a mission to unravel the secrets hidden within the valley's rugged landscapes. Their quest leads them through scorching deserts, treacherous canyons, and ancient caves, encountering unexpected obstacles and dangerous adversaries along the way. As they uncover clues and piece together the puzzle, they must rely on their ingenuity, teamwork, and survival skills to overcome the challenges that Death Valley presents. "The Boy Ranchers in Death Valley" is a gripping tale of adventure, mystery, and resilience. Through their thrilling escapades, Chip, Ted, Dick, and Jim learn valuable lessons about bravery, perseverance, and the importance of friendship. Their journey through the harsh landscapes of Death Valley not only tests their physical abilities but also challenges their character and determination. With vivid descriptions and heart-pounding encounters, this captivating story immerses readers in the rugged beauty and harsh realities of Death Valley. It showcases the boys' unwavering spirit, their ability to adapt to adversity, and their commitment to unraveling the mysteries that lie hidden within this unforgiving landscape.
Download or read book Death Valley in 49 written by William Lewis Manly and published by . This book was released on 1894 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: William Lewis Manly (1820-1903) and his family left Vermont in 1828, and he grew to manhood in Michigan and Wisconsin. On hearing the news of gold in California, Manly set off on horseback, joining an emigrant party in Missouri. Death Valley in '49 (1894) contains Manly's account of that overland journey. Setting out too late in the year to risk a northern passage thorugh the Sierras, the group takes the southern route to California, unluckily choosing an untried short cut through the mountains. This fateful decision brings the party through Death Valley, and Manly describes their trek through the desert, as well as the experiences of the Illinois "Jayhawkers" and others who took the Death Valley route. Manly's memoirs continue with his trip north to prospecting near the Mariposa mines, a brief trip back east via the Isthmus, and his return to California and another try at prospecting on the North Fork of the Yuba at Downieville in 1851. He provides lively ancedotes of life in mining camps and of his visits to Stockton, Sacramento, and San Francisco.
Download or read book 20 Mule Team Days in Death Valley written by Harold O. Weight and published by Pickle Partners Publishing. This book was released on 2018-02-27 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “The saga of the great mule teams and giant wagons that are today’s romantic symbol of Death Valley began long before the first muleskinner piloted his lumbering borax freighters out of the Big Sink. Its roots were in that night when Aaron and Rosie Winters crouched in their darkened camp at Furnace Creek and read their future in the green-flickering flame of burning borax. But its seed went farther back.” First published in 1955, this is a wonderful book on the mule team days in California’s Death Valley during the 19th century. It contains observations on the natural history of mules and muleskinners, and the mining of desert borax. There is also a reprint of Henry G. Hanks’ Report on Death Valley from 1883.
Download or read book Death Valley in 49 Important chapter of California pioneer history written by William Lewis Manly and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-08-12 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Death Valley in '49. Important chapter of California pioneer history" by William Lewis Manly. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Download or read book Death Valley and Its Country written by George Palmer Putnam and published by . This book was released on 1946 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Death Valley Expedition written by and published by . This book was released on 1893 with total page 922 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Death Valley in 49 written by William Lewis Manly and published by Skyhorse Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2016-01-26 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A survivor’s true account of death, despair, and heroism in Death Valley in the heat of the California Gold Rush. At the height of the California gold rush in 1849, a wagon train of men, women, children, and their animals stumbled into a 130-mile-long valley in the Mojave Desert while they were looking for a shortcut to the California coast. What ensued was an ordeal that divided the camp into remnants and struck them with hunger, thirst, and a terrible sense of being lost beyond hope—until a twenty-nine-year-old hero volunteered to cross the desert to get help. This young hero, William Lewis Manly, was one of the survivors of the tragedy, and he lived to tell the tale forty-five years later in this gripping autobiography, first published in 1894. In a time of unmarked frontiers and wilderness, Manly lived the true life of a pioneer. After being hit by gold rush fever Manly joined the fateful wagon train that would get swallowed up by the barren, arid, hostile valley with its dry and waterless terrain, unearthly surface of white salts, and overwhelming heat. Assaulted and devastated by the elements, members of the camp killed their emaciated oxen for food, ran out of water, split up, and lost and buried their own kind who perished. When Manly’s remaining band of ten came across a rare water hole, he and a companion, John Rogers, left the rest by the water and crossed the treacherous Panamint Mountains and Mojave Desert by themselves in search for rescue. In a true act of heroism against all odds, the two finally returned twenty-five days later with help, rescuing their compatriots, including four children, even when it seemed all hope was lost. Told at the end of the nineteenth century, Manly’s compelling and stirring account brings alive to modern-day readers the unimaginable hardships of America’s brave pioneers, and a chapter in Californian history that should not be forgotten.
Download or read book The Death Valley Expedition Report on reptiles and batrachians By Leonhard Stejneger written by and published by . This book was released on 1893 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Death Valley Hideout written by Dana Mentink and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2022-04-26 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Running from a murderer with only the desert as refuge… Placed in WITSEC while his brother testifies against a terrifying criminal, Tony Ortega must guard his young niece and nephew from the hit man hunting for them. Death Valley local Willow Duke’s hideout might just be the difference between the little family’s life or death. When bullets start flying, can they thwart a killer long enough to survive and become a family for real? From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith. Desert Justice Book 1: Framed in Death Valley Book 2: Missing in the Desert Book 3: Death Valley Double Cross Book 4: Death Valley Hideout
Download or read book Death Valley written by Bourke Lee and published by . This book was released on 1930 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This story of Death valley includes the geologic history of the valley and a survey of its plant and animal life, but the bulk of the tale is about men--Indians, emigrants, and miners--who have known the Death valley trails.
Download or read book The Death Valley Expedition written by Albert Kenrick Fisher and published by . This book was released on 1893 with total page 762 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
