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Don Palmer
Born 1922
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Boy Scout Explorers at Headless Hollow
"Boy Scout Explorers at Headless Hollow" by Don Palmer is a children's adventure novel written in the late 20th century. The story follows a group of Boy Scout explorers led by Mr. Hap Livingston as they return home from a camping trip, only to become embroiled in a mystery involving an old prospector named Stony and treasure hidden in a place called Headless Hollow. The book sets the tone for a classic adventure filled with themes of camaraderie, courage, and the pull of a tantalizing treasure hunt. At the start of the story, the explorers are driving through the New Mexico Rockies after a trip to Philmont Scout Ranch, visibly tired yet excited about their journey home. After stopping at a rundown motel, they meet Old Stony, an aging prospector who hints at the existence of gold and a treasure map hidden in the mountains. After a violent encounter in which Stony is attacked in his cabin, the Scouts learn of his past and the potential riches lying in Headless Hollow. As they vow to respect Old Stony's wishes by contacting Craig Warner, the son of Stony's deceased partner, they embark on a quest that promises adventure, danger, and the search for truth in the wilderness.
The Boy Scout Explorers at Treasure Mountain
"The Boy Scout Explorers at Treasure Mountain" by Don Palmer is a fiction adventure novel written in the mid-20th century. The story centers around a group of young Scouts who embark on an expedition to Peru under the guidance of their leader, Mr. Livingston, to search for a missing explorer named Burton Monahan and the lost treasures of the Incas. The book promises a thrilling mix of adventure, treasure hunting, and challenges that the Scouts must face in a foreign land. At the start of the novel, the four main characters—Jack, Willie, Ken, and Warwick—are anxiously waiting for their Scout leader, Mr. Livingston, at a hotel. After a lengthy delay, Mr. Livingston arrives with unexpected news: a planned canoe trip to Minnesota has been canceled and instead, he invites the Scouts to join an expedition to Peru. The mission revolves around not only the search for Monahan but also involves deciphering an ancient parchment believed to contain clues about a hidden Inca temple. However, the boys, enthusiastic and idealistic, are soon faced with the complexities of dealing with a potentially shady character, Captain Carter, and navigating the dangers of their upcoming adventure as they strive to unpack the mystery surrounding Monahan's disappearance.
Boy Scout Explorers at Emerald Valley
"Boy Scout Explorers at Emerald Valley" by Don Palmer is a children's adventure novel written in the mid-20th century. The story centers around a group of Boy Scouts, particularly focusing on their leader, Mr. Livingston, and enthusiastic scouts like Jack and Warwick, as they embark on an exciting journey filled with mystery and intrigue related to an emerald mine in Colombia. The novel explores themes of teamwork, adventure, and young courage against the backdrop of an emerging crisis. At the start of the story, we find the scouts in their community, where a letter containing a mysterious emerald from Colombia prompts their leader, Mr. Livingston, to consider a trip to the Last Chance mine. The involvement of the enigmatic Mrs. Rhodes, the wife of a former mine manager, adds a layer of tension and intrigue, suggesting that not everything is as it seems. As the scouts prepare for their journey, they encounter a series of challenges, including an encounter with a suspicious character linked to the mines, and hints of danger ahead, setting the stage for their thrilling adventure that awaits them in the Emerald Valley.