This rare book contains the story of Black Gold, a hilarious adventure story full of mystery, action-packed daring-do, untold treasure, and everything else you could ask for in such a story. Set in Northern California, this story is - according to its author - a 'frank melodrama,' wherein 'the Hero is a hero,' and the 'Villain is a villain,' with 'not a subtle phrase or a disturbingly new thought, from start to finish.' Sure to excite and entertain to the last, this book is a must-read for fans of Terhune's work and is well deserving of a place amongst any collection of literature. Albert Terhune was an American author, journalist, and passionate dog-breeder, most famous for his novels detailing the misadventures of dogs. Originally published in 1922, this early work is proudly republished now with a new introductory biography of the author.