Oliver Optic was the pen name of William Taylor Adams (July 30, 1822 – March 27, 1897), a noted academic and author in the 19th century United States. Adams specialized in books for young readers, and his works often carried an undertone of morality and patriotism. One of his distinguished works is 'Our Standard-Bearer; Or, The Life of General Uysses S. Grant,' where he delved into the life and ca...