William Taylor Adams (July 30, 1822 - March 27, 1897), pseudonym Oliver Optic, was a noted academic, author, and a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives.Adams was born in Medway, Massachusetts, in 1822 to Captain Laban Adams ...

" As in the preceding volumes of the series, the incidents of the story are located in the midst of the war of the Rebellion, now dating back nearly thirty years, or before any of my younger readers were born.

"WITHIN THE ENEMY'S LINES" is the second volume of "The Blue and the Gray Series.

The book not only serves as a travelogue but also explores themes of adventure, friendship, and cultural exchange, making it a valuable piece of literature in the context of 19th century American travel literature.

"TAKEN BY THE ENEMY" is the first of a new series of six volumes which are to be associated under the general title of "The Blue and the Gray Series," which sufficiently indicates the character of the books.

William Taylor Adams (July 30, 1822 - March 27, 1897), pseudonym Oliver Optic, was a noted academic, author, and a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives.Adams was born in Medway, Massachusetts, in 1822 to Captain Laban Adams ...

"ON THE BLOCKADE" is the third of "The Blue and the Gray Series.