Make or Break; or, The Rich Man's Daughter

Language: EnglishPublished: September 23, 2008

Subjects:

Conduct of life Juvenile fiction Inheritance and succession Adopted children Merchants

Bookshelves:

Fiction Children & Young Adult Reading

Authors:

Optic, Oliver
1822 - 1897

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About this book

In a rapidly industrializing America, where class distinctions were stark and ambition often clashed with privilege, "Make or Break; or, The Rich Man's Daughter" by Oliver Optic explores the lives of youth navigating these turbulent waters. This compelling novel delves into themes of social mobility and personal integrity, as characters like Leo Maggimore and Fitzherbert Wittleworth grapple with their identities and aspirations. Readers will find themselves immersed in a narrative that highlights the tension between wealth and character, while also reflecting on the unalienable rights of individuals to pursue their dreams. Ideal for students and civic activists, this story serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring struggle for equality and self-determination in society.