Brake Up

Brake Up

Oliver Optic

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120166265
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Break Up: Or The Young Peacemakers is a novel written by Oliver Optic and originally published in 1870. The story follows a group of young friends who are determined to bring peace to their community, which has been torn apart by a bitter feud between two families. The main character, Harry West, is a brave and determined young man who leads the charge to bring the two sides together and end the conflict. Along the way, he faces many challenges and obstacles, including opposition from his own family and friends who are reluctant to get involved. But Harry and his friends are undeterred, and they work tirelessly to bring about a peaceful resolution. The novel is a stirring tale of courage, perseverance, and the power of young people to make a difference in their world. Optic’s writing is engaging and full of vivid descriptions, bringing the characters and setting to life in a way that draws readers in and keeps them engaged until the very end. Overall, Break Up: Or The Young Peacemakers is a timeless classic that is sure to inspire readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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