
[Frontispiece: Winter Scene on Boston Common.]
[Title-Page: Vignette.]
OSCAR: - OR THE - BOY WHO HAD HIS OWN WAY.
BY - WALTER AIMWELL,
PREFACE.
ADVERTISEMENT. - "PRECEPTS MAY LEAD BUT EXAMPLES DRAW."
OSCAR.
CHAPTER I. - A KITCHEN SCENE.
CHAPTER II. - OSCAR IN SCHOOL.
CHAPTER III. - PAYING OFF A GRUDGE.
In a bustling Boston home, the mischievous Oscar bursts into the kitchen, demanding food and attention from the weary servant girl, Bridget. His confidence borders on entitlement, and he immediately sets about searching for hidden treats, convinced he can outwit anyone who stands in his way. The scene captures his restless energy and the comfortable spoiling he enjoys from his parents, hinting at the trouble his self‑willed nature will invite.
As the story unfolds, Oscar’s clever schemes and impulsive actions lead him into a series of small but telling mishaps—both at home and on the streets of his city. Through lively episodes and vivid everyday moments, the narrative gently reveals how his headstrong attitude brings consequences that shape his character. Readers will follow his journey as he learns, often the hard way, that true respect and kindness are earned, not demanded, offering young listeners a relatable portrait of growth and responsibility.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (315K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2006-04-11
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1822–1859
Best known as Walter Aimwell, this 19th-century American writer created earnest, story-driven books for young readers that mixed everyday adventure with lessons about character. His work reflects the strong moral tone of its era while still feeling lively and readable.
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