On Time by Oliver Optic (1875)
On Time follows a young man's journey as he purchases a boat and navigates the challenges of rivalries in the business world, ultimately leading to success in both his ventures and friendships. The story explores themes of ambition, resilience, and the importance of camaraderie in overcoming obstacles.
By Oliver Optic · First published 1875 · Genre: Adventure, Young Adult, Fiction · 26 chapters · 59,209 words
First lines
"You don't want that boat, Wolf, any more than the lake wants water," said my father, after I had read an advertisement, in the Ruoara _Clarion_, of the effects of a bankrupt which were to be sold at auction the next day.
"I don't think the lake would amount to much without water; in fact, to no more than I do without business," I replied. "I want something to do, and if I can buy this boat at a low price, I am sure I can make something out of her."
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Oliver Optic
- Date: 1875 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Young Adult, Fiction, Historical, Coming-of-Age
- Length: 59,209 words
- Structure: 26 chapters, 1,418 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The plot involves exploration and travel, typical of adventure narratives.
- Young Adult — The themes and characters are geared towards a younger audience, focusing on growth and discovery.
- Fiction — The story is a work of fiction, presenting imaginative scenarios and characters.
- Historical — The setting and context may reflect historical elements relevant to the time period.
Tags
Nautical Fiction · Coming-of-Age · Adventure · Sea Story · Young Adult · Classic Literature · 19th Century · American Literature · Maritime History · Shipboard Life · Friendship · Personal Growth
Contents
- A New Project
- The Auction at Ruoara
- On Board the "Belle."
- In the Picnic Grove
- The Battle with Words
- The Battle with Blows
- Waddie and I
- The Wreck of the "Highflyer."
- By the Great Horn Spoon!
- Waddie in a New Character
- A Steamboat Strike
- Captain Wolf Penniman
- In the Wheel-House
- The Horse-Shoe Channel
- A Decided Victory
- Tommy Toppleton Mounted
- Tommy Toppleton Threatens
- The Two Majors
- The Major's Next Move
- Grace Toppleton Faints
- Grace Toppleton's Story
- Our Next Move
- Up the Lake
- A Trick of the Enemy
- The Steamboat Excursion
- Major Toppleton's Proposition