Oliver Optic

A Lieutenant at Eighteen (eBook, ePUB)

A Young Naval Officer's Saga of Courage and Loyalty in a Turbulent Era

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'A Lieutenant at Eighteen' by Oliver Optic, the reader is taken on an adventurous journey through the eyes of a young lieutenant in the navy. The book is written in a captivating and descriptive style that truly brings the naval setting to life. Optic's attention to detail and ability to create a sense of urgency in his writing makes this a thrilling read for any fan of naval fiction. Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, the book provides a unique perspective on the challenges faced by young officers during a tumultuous time in history. Oliver Optic's use of realistic dialogue and portrayal of naval tactics adds authenticity to the narrative, making it a compelling and informative read for those interested in naval history. As a prolific writer of adventure stories for young readers, Optic's personal experiences as a naval officer undoubtedly influenced the vivid storytelling found in 'A Lieutenant at Eighteen.' I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a gripping tale of courage and loyalty set amidst the backdrop of a historical conflict.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 381
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066224622
• Artikelnr.: 58929445

Autorenporträt

William Taylor Adams, also known as Oliver Optic, was a professor, writer, and representative from Massachusetts from July 30, 1822 until March 27, 1897. Captain Laban Adams and Catherine Johnson Adams, both tavern keepers, welcomed Adams into the world on July 30, 1822 in Medway, Massachusetts. Adams attended West Roxbury and Boston-area schools as an honors student. He spent a year studying at Abel Whitney's private academy after completing his public education. In 1843, Adams started working as a teacher at the Lower Road School in Dorchester, Massachusetts. In 1846, he left his post as the school's headmaster to help his father and brother run their brand-new hotel in Boston, the Adams House Hotel. Adams traveled to Asia and Africa in addition to more than twenty trips to Europe. He wed Sarah Jenkins in 1846, and the two of them produced two daughters: Emma Louisa Adams and Alice Maria Adams. At the age of 28, Adams started writing, and his first novel, Hatchie, the Guardian Slave (1853), was released using the alias Warren T. Ashton. Adams seemed unfazed even though it was only a marginal success.