Oscar's Boyhood: Or The Sailor's Son (1880)

By Daniel Wise

Book Overview

Oscar's Boyhood: Or The Sailor's Son is a novel written by Daniel Wise and first published in 1880. The story follows the life of Oscar, the son of a sailor, as he grows up and faces the challenges of life. The novel is set in the mid-19th century and takes place in various locations, including New York City, the Caribbean, and Europe.The book begins with Oscar's birth and the death of his mother shortly after. His father, a sailor, is often away at sea, leaving Oscar to be raised by his grandmother. As Oscar grows up, he becomes fascinated by his father's stories of life at sea and dreams of following in his footsteps.However, Oscar's life takes a different turn when he is sent to live with his aunt and uncle in New York City. There, he attends school and learns about the city's bustling culture and commerce. He also meets a group of boys who become his close friends.As Oscar grows older, he faces various challenges, including financial struggles, family conflicts, and romantic entanglements. Through it all, he remains determined to fulfill his dream of becoming a sailor like his father.The novel is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of family, friendship, ambition, and perseverance. It offers a glimpse into life in the mid-19th century and the challenges faced by young people during that time. With its vivid descriptions and engaging characters, Oscar's Boyhood: Or The Sailor's Son is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120666023
• ISBN13: 9781120666024
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 170 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"