02073cam a22003013u 4500 60764 UtSlPG 20260610134412.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AP Various Harper's Round Table, February 23, 1897 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-11-24 Produced by Annie R. McGuire "Harper's Round Table, February 23, 1897" by Various is a weekly publication featuring an assortment of stories and articles, likely written in the late 19th century. This particular issue includes a riveting tale titled "The Painted Desert," authored by Kirk Munroe, which focuses on the adventures of a young boy named Todd Chalmers who becomes lost in the enchanting yet perilous Painted Desert of Arizona. The opening portion introduces readers to a breathtaking landscape described with vibrant imagery, setting the stage for Todd’s misadventures. Initially part of a scientific expedition led by his brother Mortimer, Todd’s impulsiveness leads him to disobey orders while chasing after game, ultimately resulting in his disconnection from the group. As the story unfolds, Todd's determination to explore this captivating yet dangerous desert puts him in peril, leaving his brother and the expedition members anxious for his return while they conduct exhaustive searches for him in the unforgiving terrain. The scenes painted in the text promise adventure and excitement, inviting readers to delve deeper into Todd's journey of survival and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Children's periodicals https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60764 101590 101590