This thrilling adventure tale follows the exploits of Dick and his friend Jack as they explore Florida's wild Everglades. Facing dangers such as alligator attacks, quicksand, and a treacherous gang of smugglers, the boys' resourcefulness and bravery are put to the test. A. W. Dimock's vivid depictions of nature and gripping plot twists make this a must-read for fans of classic American adventure literature. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.