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A millionaire at sixteen : or, The cruise of the Guardian-Mother

Oliver Optic

A millionaire at sixteen :  or, The cruise of the Guardian-Mother

A millionaire at sixteen : or, The cruise of the Guardian-Mother

Oliver Optic

Adventure, Travel & Geography, Children's Literature, Fiction

Published in 1896, 'A Millionaire at Sixteen: or, The Cruise of the Guardian-Mother' by Oliver Optic is a juvenile adventure novel that follows the story of Louis Belgrave, a sixteen-year-old who unexpectedly becomes a millionaire. As he navigates his newfound wealth, Louis embarks on sea-going adventures shaped by his sense of duty to his mother and the guidance of a prudent trustee. The novel explores themes of moral tests, family relationships, and the allure of travel, making it a notable work in juvenile fiction.

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