"On Time, or, Bound to Get There" by Oliver Optic is a classic adventure tale for boys, centered around themes of friendship and determination. In this exciting juvenile fiction story, the characters find themselves involved with auctions, adding an element of suspense and intrigue to their experiences. This meticulously prepared edition preserves the original spirit of Optic's work, offering readers a glimpse into a bygone era of juvenile adventure stories. Explore themes of camaraderie and perseverance in this timeless story, perfect for anyone interested in classic boys' fiction and action-packed adventures.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.