Tom Taylor at West Point : $b or, The old army officer's secret

"Tom Taylor at West Point: or, The Old Army Officer's Secret" by Frank V. Webster is a story about Tom Taylor's quest to become a West Point cadet and an army officer. The book tells about Tom's life, starting with how he learned about a West Point contest. He is a sixteen-year-old boy with a strong desire to serve his country, this story shows how he deals with difficult tests and family duties while trying to reach his goals. The first part shows Tom and his mother, who is concerned about his safety but also proud of his dreams. Tom is determined to work hard and face his fears, even with his family's money problems and a competition with Clarence Hawkesbury, whose uncle is a captain that watches Tom. Tom's story is about working hard and his goal of overcoming obstacles to become an officer.