The Rolt-Wheeler, Francis 1876-1960 creator text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Boy With the U. S. Survey" by Francis Rolt-Wheeler is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a young protagonist named Roger Doughty, who aspires to be part of the United States Geological Survey and seeks adventure in the untamed wilderness of Alaska, despite being initially assigned to swamp survey work in Minnesota. Through his determination and youthful curiosity, the novel explores themes of perseverance, exploration, and the spirit of adventure. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Roger as he meets Mr. Rivers, an Alaskan explorer, expressing his desire to participate in the Survey. The opening chapters set the groundwork for Roger’s journey, highlighting both his eagerness and the challenges he faces as a newcomer to the tough work of surveying. His initial enthusiasm is tempered by the practical realities of fieldwork, such as the intense physical demands and the importance of following instructions. Roger’s experiences and interactions with seasoned professionals establish his character as he navigates the rigors of the job and the camaraderie of the survey team, all while dreaming of the adventures that await him in Alaska. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2010-11-29 Produced by Steven desJardins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Geological Survey (U.S.) -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34497 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34497 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133804.0 34497