Our Standard-Bearer; Or, The Life of General Uysses S. Grant

Name: Our Standard-Bearer; Or, The Life of General Uysses S. Grant
Author: Oliver Optic

By Oliver Optic

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The work presents a chronological, admiring life of a prominent military leader, tracing his youth, academy training, wartime experiences, and later public service while highlighting personal qualities such as modesty, perseverance, and patriotism. It combines narrative episodes of campaigns and command with anecdotes from contemporaries, assessments by the author and a close correspondent, and references to existing military histories. The tone is celebratory yet intends to rest on documented incidents and comparisons with other eminent figures, aiming to explain the subject's character and conduct to readers during his public emergence.

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.