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In The Saddle
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- Book Synopsis
- In the saddle presents a story shaped by loyalty, conflict, and identity in the shadow of national rupture. As civil unrest bleeds into personal lives, the novel investigates how allegiances within families mirror the broader divisions engulfing a fractured country. Individuals are forced to confront whether devotion to kin or cause will define their actions, with no clear path toward resolution. The tension of violent confrontations between those once close reveals the volatility of principle under pressure. Through escalating hostilities, the narrative exposes how private choices and public turmoil are deeply entangled. The story reveals how conscience can clash with inherited values, and how moral clarity is often obscured by emotional ties. The novel also examines how moments of intervention and defiance shape one s sense of honor amidst a collapsing moral landscape. Interpersonal dynamics reflect the chaos of a divided nation, where violence and righteousness compete for dominance. The book asks what it means to act justly in a time where justice itself is fragmented. The inner and outer worlds of its characters become reflections of a society caught between unity and destruction.
- About The Author
- William Taylor Adams, better known by his pseudonym Oliver Optic, was an American author, educator, and politician. Born on July 30, 1822, in Medway, Massachusetts, Adams made significant contributions to children's literature, particularly with his popular series of novels under the pen name Oliver Optic. His works, including All Aboard (1855) and The Casket of Diamonds (1892), often focused on themes of adventure, moral lessons, and the development of character, making them popular among young readers during the 19th century. In addition to his writing career, Adams was an active member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, serving from 1869 to 1870. His background in education and his interest in promoting moral and intellectual development in young people influenced much of his writing, which emphasized discipline, perseverance, and the importance of education. Adams continued to write prolifically throughout his life, contributing works such as Shamrock and Thistle and Our Standard-Bearer that explored themes of loyalty and patriotism. He passed away on March 27, 1897.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9789371138208
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Double 9 Books, (01 May 2025)
- Number of Pages
- 224
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 216 x 140 x 13 mm
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