Hope and Have; Or, Fanny Grant Among the Indians is a juvenile fiction novel by Oliver Optic, first published in 1866. The story follows Fanny Grant, a young orphan who transforms from a mischievous child into a responsible individual through trials and faith. Set against the backdrop of the 1862 Minnesota massacre involving Native Americans, it explores themes of moral values, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions. The narrative highlights Fanny's adventures and her relationship with another character, Ethan French, during this tumultuous period in history.
