02363cam a22003493u 4500 69671 UtSlPG 20260610134618.0 m cr n 260607r20231926utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Farris, Herbert Greener than spruce Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Produced from the June 5, 1926 issue of Western Story magazine. Release date is 2023-01-06 Roger Frank and Sue Clark "Greener than spruce" by Herbert Farris is a novella likely written in the early 20th century. This fictional work portrays the tale of Harris Benton, an inexperienced yet determined prospector navigating the challenges and realities of life in Alaska during the mining boom. The narrative explores themes of ambition, survival, and the often harsh lessons that accompany the pursuit of fortune in a rugged wilderness. The story revolves around Harris Benton, a greenhorn who arrives in Alaska with high hopes of striking gold. Despite his lack of experience, he is eager to learn and adapt to the harsh conditions. His initial blunders, such as hauling an excessive amount of lubricating oil intended for sled runners, set the stage for his education in the ways of the frontier. As Benton stakes a claim and discovers gold, he faces the formidable Joe Murtry, who controls the vital water resources necessary for mining. In a clever turn of events, Benton negotiates with Murtry, trading the excess oil he mistakenly brought for a sluice head of water. Ultimately, he transforms his fortunes, illustrating the importance of resourcefulness and resilience amid adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: Street & Smith Corporation, 1926 Short stories Gold mines and mining -- Alaska -- Fiction Produced from the June 5, 1926 issue of Western Story magazine. https://archive.org/details/wsm_1926_06_05 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/69671 110447 110447