The Young Explorer

Ben heard every word that was said, and it confirmed his suspicions. There was no doubt that an attempt would be made to rob him and his companion before morning, and the prospect was not pleasant. By submitting quietly he would come to no harm, and the loss of the money would not be irreparable. He and Bradley had each started with a hundred dollars, supplied by Miss Douglas, and thus far but little of this sum had been spent.(Excerpt) This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design.