Work and Win; Or, Noddy Newman on a Cruise by Oliver Optic
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| Author | Optic, Oliver, 1822-1897 |
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| Title | Work and Win; Or, Noddy Newman on a Cruise |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Work and Win; Or, Noddy Newman on a Cruise" by Oliver Optic is a novel written in the mid-19th century aimed at young readers. The story follows the tumultuous life of Noddy Newman, an orphan whose past is marred by neglect and mischief, as he embarks on a journey toward personal growth and redemption, influenced by characters like Bertha Grant, who strives to reform him. As the narrative unfolds, themes of moral development, the consequences of one’s actions, and the clash between youthful impulsiveness and the need for responsibility become central to Noddy's adventures. The opening portion of the novel introduces us to Noddy, who is torn between the responsibilities he has to uphold at Woodville and his inclination towards rebellion and mischief. After an altercation with Ben, the boatman, regarding a chore he must complete, Noddy joins Fanny Grant, Bertha's sister, in a scheme that leads them both to the boat-house. However, their antics culminate in a fire that, while not directly caused by Noddy, places him in a precarious situation when he becomes embroiled in mischief and his past vagabond lifestyle. As he grapples with the fallout of the fire, the potential for punishment from Bertha’s father, Mr. Grant, looms large, setting the stage for a blend of action and moral inquiry as Noddy seeks to navigate the challenges of his circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christian life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Orphans -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Shipwreck survival -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Runaway children -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Circus -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | New York (State) -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Guardian and ward -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Schooners -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Hawaii -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23758 |
| Release Date | Dec 7, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 70 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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