Across India; Or, Live Boys in the Far East

Name: Across India; Or, Live Boys in the Far East
Author: Oliver Optic

By Oliver Optic

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About This Book

A group of young travelers aboard a steam-yacht continue a globe-spanning voyage that is interrupted by a storm and a rescue which brings aboard three well-traveled Indian nobles; they act as hosts and guides while the party tours India by rail and river, visiting cities such as Bombay, Lahore, Delhi, Agra, Lucknow, Benares, and Calcutta and stopping in Madras and Ceylon. The narrative mixes adventure episodes—shipwreck, hunts for tigers and crocodiles, snake encounters, and local spectacles—with descriptive lectures on geography, people, flora, religion, and historical events including the Sepoy Mutiny, plus biographical sketches and comparative statistics presented as educational entertainment for young readers.

About the Author

Oliver Optic

Oliver Optic was the pen name of William Taylor Adams, an American author known for his prolific contributions to children's literature in the 19th century. He wrote over 80 books, many of which are adventure tales aimed at young readers, emphasizing themes of courage, friendship, and moral integrity. His notable works include "A Lieutenant at Eighteen" and "Across India; Or, Live Boys in the Far East," which reflect his ability to engage and inspire youth through storytelling. Optic's narratives often feature boys embarking on exciting journeys, making him a significant figure in the genre of boys' adventure fiction.