L. Frank Baum 
Boy Fortune Hunters in Alaska 

The Boy Fortune Hunters is a novel by L. Frank Baum, the author of the "Oz" series. The story follows the adventures of three boys, Sam Steele, Dick Hunter, and Tom Holly, who set out to strike it rich in the Klondike Gold Rush. The boys set out on their journey from San Francisco and face many obstacles along the way, including a dangerous sea voyage and treacherous conditions in the wilderness of the Yukon. Along the way, they meet a number of colorful characters, including a crooked lawyer, a wealthy mine owner, and a beautiful young woman named Nellie Conant. As the boys search for gold, they become embroiled in a complex web of deception and danger. They are forced to use their wits and their courage to navigate the dangers of the gold fields, including corrupt officials, dangerous criminals, and harsh weather conditions. Despite the challenges they face, the boys remain determined to strike it rich and to make their fortunes. Along the way, they learn important lessons about loyalty, friendship, and the true meaning of wealth. "The Boy Fortune Hunters" is a classic adventure story that captures the excitement and danger of the Klondike Gold Rush. Baum’s vivid descriptions of the wilderness and the people who inhabit it bring the story to life, and the novel remains a beloved classic of American literature.