Admiral's Light

Admiral's Light, published in 1907 by Henry Milner Rideout, follows the story of Miles Bissant, a young boy responsible for maintaining a lighthouse in a small New England coastal community. The novel explores themes of family legacy, personal identity, and the transition from childhood to adulthood as Miles interacts with unique characters, including his stern grandfather and the adventurous Captain Florio. A chance meeting with a traveling magician and his daughter Anna Hilliard ignites Miles's youthful curiosity and sets the stage for his journey of self-discovery and adventure.