The Secret Valley
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1949 · Est. 1.5 hour read

The Secret Valley

A family seeks fortune in California but finds true happiness elsewhere.

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90 pages· 8,919 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
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The Davis family leaves Missouri, chasing dreams of gold in California. As they journey through mountains and deserts, they face unexpected challenges in a bustling tent city. With little gold and growing disillusionment, they must decide if their dreams lie elsewhere. Can they find happiness beyond the promise of riches?

From the publisher

Mother, Father, Ellen and Frank Davis are unhappy with life in Missouri. So they decide to strike out for a new life in the gold fields of California. In no time they’ve packed up everything they own, even their kitten, Nugget, and begin the journey west. There are mountains and deserts to be crossed, plenty of rousing campfire songs (sheet music included!), and even Indians along the way. But life in the crowded tent city of prospectors is harder than they anticipated. Soon, with little gold to be found, the Davises decide to leave. With the help of a good friend, the family discovers that happiness can be found anywhere there is room for dreams to come true.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
90
Words
8,919
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Themes & topics
Books about family journeysBooks about movingBooks about pioneer lifeBooks about petsBooks about California Gold Rush
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Book details

Publication
Published
April 1, 2025
First published
January 1, 1949
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9798888181232

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