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050 4 _aPZ
_aSF
100 1 _aBassett, Sara Ware,
_d1872-1968
245 1 4 _aThe Story of Wool
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-03-17
508 _aProduced by La Monte H.P. Yarroll and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"The Story of Wool" by Sara Ware Bassett is a children's adventure tale written in the early 20th century. The novel follows young Donald Clark and his father, Mr. Clark, as they embark on a journey from their home in Boston to the family-owned Crescent Ranch in Idaho, discovering the intricacies of sheep-raising along the way. This story not only delves into the practical aspects of wool production but also introduces a cast of characters, particularly the enigmatic Sandy McCulloch, who plays a significant role in the ranch's operations. At the start of the story, Donald is drawn into the mystery of an unexpected telegram from Sandy McCulloch that prompts he and his father to visit the ranch they have never seen. With a mix of excitement and trepidation, they embark on their journey westward, where Donald learns about ranch life, the importance of sheep care, and the relationships between the ranch hands. The narrative introduces themes of adventure, growth, and responsibility as Donald adjusts to the challenges and realities of life on the range, especially after he faces an unexpected encounter with a bear while alone in their camp, showcasing both his bravery and the bond with Sandy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSheep -- Juvenile literature
700 1 _aOtis, Elizabeth
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24858
999 _c65859
_d65859