Ruth Fielding at Silver Ranch; Or, Schoolgirls Among the Cowboys

"Ruth Fielding at Silver Ranch; Or, Schoolgirls Among the Cowboys" by Alice B. Emerson is a story about a group of friends embarking on a summer adventure in Montana, leaving behind their school days for the rugged life of a ranch. During their time at Silver Ranch, owned by the quirky Bill Hicks, they learn to navigate cowboy culture and the challenges of life in the West, especially when dealing with a mischievous steer and other ranch antics; while making new friends, like Bill's niece, Jane Ann Hicks, and creating playful rivalries amongst themselves, the girls face personal challenges; Ruth worries about her uncle's finances, which adds a layer of tension to their otherwise lighthearted escapades, creating a narrative that balances friendship, humor, and suspense against the backdrop of the American West.