"The Salt Mountain" by William B. Jones Jr. follows a young boy named Eli, whose life in a small, rural town is transformed when he discovers a hidden salt mine deep within the mountains. As Eli explores this mysterious realm, he uncovers secrets about his family's past and the town's history. The mines hold not only physical treasures but also emotional ties that lead him to confront the struggles of his community and his own identity. With themes of adventure, discovery, and the quest for belonging, Eli's journey becomes a poignant tale of resilience and hope. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Classics Illustrated Junior .

This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.

There are 33 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2013 by Classics Illustrated .