Panther Eye

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Gutenberg ID

26372

Title

Panther Eye

Language

en

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In the frozen wastes of Arctic Siberia, foreman Johnny Thompson and his eccentric, cat-like companion Pant investigate a mysterious death in a gold mine. As they navigate treacherous terrain and hostile forces, they uncover a deadly electrical trap and rescue a kidnapped girl, all while seeking the fabled City of Gold.

Summary up to 500 words

Set in the perilous Arctic Siberia, Roy J. Snell's *Panther Eye* follows Johnny Thompson, a seasoned foreman, and his enigmatic companion, Pant, as they manage a gold mining operation under a controversial concession. The narrative opens with the shocking discovery of miner Frank Langlois's body in a dark cavern. Despite initial confusion, the team determines Langlois was electrocuted by a hidden high-tension wire rigged by hostile 'yellow men' (Orientals) who had infiltrated the mine. Pant, a mysterious figure possessing unusual agility and night vision, plays a crucial role in the investigation and subsequent escapes. The story expands to include a parallel subplot involving a balloon expedition carrying a captured professor and a stranger, drifting over unexplored lands. Meanwhile, Johnny's childhood friend Mazie arrives in Vladivostok, only to be kidnapped by local authorities seeking the gold. Johnny and Pant mount a daring rescue, battling armed guards and utilizing clever tactics involving a makeshift periscope and improvised sleds. The climax reveals the full extent of the electrical trap and the treachery of the mine's occupants. Ultimately, the team secures the gold to fund relief efforts for starving refugees, establishes a haven of refuge, and prepares to return home. The novel blends adventure with humanitarian themes, highlighting the treacherous political landscape of post-revolutionary Russia and the resilience required to survive in the frozen north. As the story concludes, Johnny and Mazie depart on a Pacific liner, leaving the door open for further adventures, while Pant departs for America, his unique abilities and mysterious past hinting at future mysteries yet to be uncovered.

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Categories

• Mystery