Westy Martin on the Santa Fe Trail

"Westy Martin on the Santa Fe Trail" by Percy Keese Fitzhugh is a children's adventure novel, likely written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Westy Martin, a boy scout, who finds himself embarking on a journey filled with excitement and challenges as he travels the historic Santa Fe Trail with a film crew managed by Mr. Wilde. Joined by his fellow scout, Rip Langley, Westy is set to explore the landscape and its rich history while confronting both physical and character-based trials. At the start of the story, Westy feels a mix of annoyance and anticipation as he prepares to leave for the trip. He is hailed as a hero among his peers and is excited about being part of a film production about the old Santa Fe Trail. However, his journey takes an unexpectedly serious turn when he and Rip face a significant danger during their travels, including a potentially ominous encounter while traveling on the train. This introduction sets the stage for the subsequent challenges the boys will face, hinting at themes of bravery, friendship, and self-discovery as they navigate both the adventure ahead and their evolving relationship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Percy Keese Fitzhugh was an American writer of nearly 100 books for children and young adults.