The Boy Fortune Hunters in Egypt

"The Boy Fortune Hunters in Egypt" by Floyd Akers is a novel written in the early 20th century. This adventure story follows young Sam Steele and his companions as they embark on a quest filled with excitement, mystery, and cultural exploration in Egypt. As the narrative opens, we are introduced to Sam and his crew aboard the merchant ship, the "Seagull", as they set off on a voyage that promises to unravel the treasures and challenges of their journey. The beginning of the story sets the stage for Sam's character development and the introduction of Joe Herring, a runaway cabin boy seeking refuge. As Sam discovers Joe, the narrative captures the dynamics aboard the ship and hints at their future adventures, including encounters with merciless characters like Captain Marrow. The relationship between Sam and Joe is central, establishing themes of camaraderie and loyalty amidst burgeoning challenges. As they set sail into the Mediterranean, little do they know that their voyage will lead to confrontations with treasure-seeking Arabs and unravel complex secrets involving ancient riches buried in the sands of time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Lyman Frank Baum was an American author best known for his children's fantasy books, particularly The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, part of a series. In addition to the 14 Oz books, Baum penned 41 other novels, 83 short stories, over 200 poems, and at least 42 scripts. He made numerous attempts to bring his works to the stage and screen; the 1939 adaptation of the first Oz book became a landmark of 20th-century cinema.