Publisher's Synopsis
Young Pony Express Rider is a historical fiction book written by Charles Coombs. The story follows the life of a young boy named Johnny Fry, who lives in the Wild West during the mid-1800s. Johnny dreams of becoming a Pony Express rider, and when he turns 18, he finally gets the chance to join the legendary mail delivery service. As a Pony Express rider, Johnny must brave dangerous terrain, harsh weather conditions, and hostile Native American tribes to deliver mail across the country. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including fellow riders, settlers, and outlaws. The book provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life in the Wild West during the Pony Express era. It explores the challenges and dangers faced by the riders, as well as the social and political issues of the time, such as the conflict between settlers and Native Americans. Overall, Young Pony Express Rider is an exciting and educational read for anyone interested in the history of the Wild West and the Pony Express.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.