Publisher's Synopsis
In the Desert of Waiting is a captivating novel by Annie Fellows Johnston that tells the story of a group of young people who embark on a journey to find a legendary treasure hidden in Camel Back Mountain. The story is set in the rugged and harsh terrain of the American Southwest, where the characters face numerous challenges and obstacles along the way.The main protagonist of the story is a young girl named Betty, who is determined to find the treasure and prove her worth to her father. She is joined on her quest by her brother Jack, her cousin Bob, and their friend Jim, who are all eager for adventure and the promise of riches.As they journey deeper into the desert, the group encounters a series of trials and tribulations, including dangerous wildlife, treacherous terrain, and the threat of bandits. Along the way, they also meet a wise old hermit who provides them with valuable guidance and advice.Despite the challenges they face, the group remains determined to reach their goal and find the treasure. However, as they draw closer to their destination, they begin to realize that the real treasure may not be what they initially thought.Through vivid descriptions of the desert landscape and engaging characters, In the Desert of Waiting is a thrilling and heartwarming tale of adventure, perseverance, and the true meaning of treasure.1904. Frontispiece by Edmund H. Garrett. Annie Fellows Johnston was a celebrated author of children's and juvenile fiction. She is best known for the Little Colonel series, a semi- biographical opus of 13 novels dealing with the aristocracy of old Kentucky, particularly the story of a young girl, who came to be known as the little Colonel because of her bully mannerisms. This slim tale begins: Once upon a time, a caravan set out across the desert, laden with merchandise for a far distant market. Some of the camels bore in their packs wineskins that held the richest vintage of the Orient. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
