This children's novel describes Oliver's trip West to find a mine that his father has a large financial interest in. Written in the early twentieth century, it gives a vivid description of what life in the mines was like in that part of America at that time.

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Meet Oliver Poons! A cute, little cat who is in love with his hat! Recommended for children Birth-Age 6, Pre-School, Kindergarten, First Grade & Second Grade.In this happy, whimsical, rhyming children's book story, Oliver wonders how he will be able to keep his hat and turns to his friends, Orange Kitty and Myrtle, for advice. Orange Kitty is less supportive than Oliver had hoped when she lets him know, "Hats are for people, they are not for a cat!" "You may not think so, but I'm telling you that!"When Oliver needs to find a way to keep his hat, he ventures out into the world and finds a new friend with the answer.This 24-page hardcover children's picture book created by a mother-daughter duo is filled with beautiful watercolor illustrations. This book for kids, very young children, and animal lovers of all ages, is sure to delight! Through bold, pop-off-the-page illustrations and story in verse, everyone is given a front row seat to their new cat friends. Sure to bring similes to faces and requests to read it again and again!The character Oliver Poons is inspired by author Lauryn Alyssa Wendus' real-life rescue cat, Oliver. Other favorite cat books for kids in The Adventures of Oliver Poons series include: Dreaming in Color, Oliver Poons and the Cats Who Wear Clothes