02158cam a22003133u 4500 22270 UtSlPG 20260610133519.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Bennet, Robert Ames, 1870-1954 Bloom of Cactus Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-08-08 Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Bloom of Cactus" by Robert Ames Bennet is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Jack Lennon, a mining engineer who embarks on a journey through the harsh Arizona desert while seeking to rediscover an old copper mine. Lennon finds himself ambushed by renegade Apaches and subsequently encounters Carmena Farley, a strong and resourceful young woman who becomes his ally in navigating the perilous landscape and dangerous adversaries. The opening portion introduces Lennon as he drives his burro through the Arizona wilderness, offering vivid descriptions of the desolate yet beautiful landscape. As he is unexpectedly ambushed and forced to confront his assailants, he meets Carmena, who displays both boldness and a sense of humor in the face of danger. Together, they navigate the threats posed by the Apaches, their budding partnership highlighting themes of survival, courage, and the complexities of human relationships within the harsh realities of their environment. As the story unfolds, it promises to delve deeper into their dynamic, their quests for safety, and the underlying tensions of their world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Western stories Coleman, Ralph P. (Ralph Pallen), 1892-1968 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22270 63414 63414