The Starry Flag: Or The Young Fisherman Of Cape Ann is a novel written by Oliver Optic and published in 1899. The story revolves around a young fisherman named Ben who lives in Cape Ann, Massachusetts. Ben is a patriotic young man who idolizes the American flag and all that it represents. He dreams of one day becoming a sailor and serving his country.The novel follows Ben as he navigates the challenges of growing up, including dealing with bullies,...