Dorothy on a Ranch

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Gutenberg ID

26389

Title

Dorothy on a Ranch

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en

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In this spirited adventure, Dorothy and her friends travel from California to the Colorado Rockies to live on a ranch with the Gray Lady and Mr. Ford. Blending humor, romance, and frontier life, the story follows the group as they navigate ranch duties, encounter wild animals, and discover a hidden silver mine, celebrating friendship and resilience in the wild West.

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In Evelyn Raymond's *Dorothy on a Ranch*, the narrative follows Dorothy Calvert and her companions as they travel from San Diego to a Colorado mountain ranch owned by the wealthy railroad magnate, Dan Ford, and his wife, the Gray Lady. After a spirited journey aboard Ford's private car, the Erminie, the group arrives at their new home to spend three months living as cowboys and cowgirls. The household includes loyal servant Anita, the sharpshooting Molly, and the ambitious Helena, while Dorothy's aunt, Mrs. Calvert, remains behind in New York due to business obligations. Upon arrival, Dorothy is reunited with her old friend Jim Barlow, who has been wandering the mountains recovering from illness under the care of a sheep herder named Alaric and his son, José. The narrative quickly introduces the rugged realities of ranch life, including a thrilling encounter with a grizzly bear and a tense situation involving local Indigenous people. The plot takes a dramatic turn when Jim discovers a rich silver vein near the cabin. This discovery transforms the struggling ranch into a prosperous venture, earning the group the nickname of the "Bygum Mine" after Silent Pete's first exclamation. Despite the newfound wealth, Jim Barlow refuses to accept any financial reward for his discovery, citing his independence and sense of duty to those he cares for. The group celebrates their prosperity and the strengthening of their bonds, reflecting on the transformative power of their shared experiences in the West. As the summer concludes, the friends prepare to return to Denver. The story concludes with a sense of contentment and the anticipation of future reunions, underscoring themes of friendship, resilience, and the enduring spirit of the American West.

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Categories

• Adventure
• Western Fiction
• Ranch Life
• Horses
• Colorado
• Sheep Ranching