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The Alden children, guided by their adventurous grandfather, embark on a camping journey across the Arizona wilderness. Their quest leads them to search for a long-lost gold mine, turning an ordinary trip into a thrilling mystery. The story blends youthful curiosity, sibling bonds, and the rugged allure of mining history.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Gertrude Chandler Warner
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The Mystery of the Lost Mine by Gertrude Chandler Warner

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