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A Boy's Fortune; Or, The Strange Adventures of Ben Baker

Author : Horatio Jr. Alger

Publisher : Good Press

Page : 190 pages

File Size : 14,67 MB

Release : 2023-10-28

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN :

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Horatio Jr. Alger's 'A Boy's Fortune; Or, The Strange Adventures of Ben Baker' is a quintessential example of 19th-century American literature, following the path of a young protagonist as he navigates a world of challenges and opportunities. Alger's straightforward narrative style and focus on moral development make this book an engaging read for both young adults and mature readers. Set against the backdrop of the Industrial Revolution in America, 'A Boy's Fortune' highlights the themes of hard work, perseverance, and the power of a positive attitude in the face of adversity. Alger's portrayal of the American Dream resonates with readers to this day, making this novel a timeless classic. Horatio Jr. Alger, known for his rags-to-riches stories, drew inspiration from his own experiences as a minister and social activist. His belief in the inherent goodness of individuals and the possibility of upward mobility through determination shines through in 'A Boy's Fortune,' making it a compelling and thought-provoking read. I highly recommend 'A Boy's Fortune; Or, The Strange Adventures of Ben Baker' to anyone interested in exploring themes of morality, ambition, and the pursuit of success in the American landscape.





A Boy's Fortune

Author : Horatio Alger

Publisher :

Page : 340 pages

File Size : 40,30 MB

Release : 2017-10-11

Category :

ISBN : 9783337341275

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A Boy's Fortune - The Strange Adventures of Ben Baker is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1898. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.



A Boy's Fortune (Esprios Classics)

Author : Horatio Alger

Publisher : Blurb

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 47,33 MB

Release : 2022-07-07

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ISBN :

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Horatio Alger, Jr. (January 13, 1832 - July 18, 1899) was an American writer. He wrote magazine stories and poems, a few novels for adults, and 100 plus boys' books. His boys' books were hugely popular. Alger was born in Massachusetts, and attended Harvard College. He became a Unitarian minister, but his career as a clergyman was brief. It ended when his congregation charged him with child molestation. Criminal charges were not placed against him, but his career in the church was finished. He moved to New York City to become a professional writer. In 1868, Alger found his place in the literary world with his fourth boys' book, Ragged Dick.



A Boy's Fortune

Author : Horatio Alger

Publisher : Litres

Page : 271 pages

File Size : 33,57 MB

Release : 2022-05-15

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 5040464592

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The Horatio Alger MEGAPACK®: 70 Classic Works

Author : Horatio Alger

Publisher : Wildside Press LLC

Page : 10312 pages

File Size : 18,42 MB

Release : 2016-10-22

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 1479423750

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The Horatio Alger MEGAPACK® presents 70 Classic Works by the great 19th century author. Here are: ADVENTURES OF A TELEGRAPH BOY DIGGING FOR GOLD MARK THE MATCH BOY BOB BURTON ANDY GORDON THE BACKWOODS BOY A BOY'S FORTUNE A DEBT OF HONOR BERNARD BROOKS' ADVENTURES WAIT AND HOPE MARK MASON'S VICTORY ROBERT COVERDALE'S STRUGGLE BEN, THE LUGGAGE BOY RUFUS AND ROSE THE YOUNG ADVENTURER THE YOUNG MINER THE TIN BOX TOM, THE BOOTBLACK A COUSIN'S CONSPIRACY IN A NEW WORLD LUKE WALTON THE ERIE TRAIN BOY THE YOUNG OUTLAW SAM'S CHANCE BEN'S NUGGET SLOW AND SURE THE YOUNG BANK MESSENGER THE TELEGRAPH BOY CHESTER RAND FROM FARM TO FORTUNE THE YOUNG ACROBAT OF THE GREAT NORTH AMERICAN CIRCUS RAGGED DICK FAME AND FORTUNE RANDY OF THE RIVER YOUNG CAPTAIN JACK FRANK AND FEARLESS ADRIFT IN NEW YORK PAUL THE PEDDLER PHIL, THE FIDDLER JOE THE HOTEL BOY THE ERRAND BOY FRED SARGENT'S REVENGE THE SMUGGLER'S TRAP THE CASH BOY PAUL PRESCOTT'S CHARGE BRAVE AND BOLD DRIVEN FROM HOME CAST UPON THE BREAKERS FROM CANAL BOY TO PRESIDENT ANDY GRANT'S PLUCK MAKING HIS WAY FACING THE WORLD JOE'S LUCK BOUND TO RISE RISEN FROM THE RANKS HERBERT CARTER'S LEGACY FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS WALTER SHERWOOD'S PROBATION NOTHING TO EAT HELPING HIMSELF TRY AND TRUST DO AND DARE HECTOR'S INHERITANCE THE YOUNG MUSICIAN STRUGGLING UPWARD ONLY AN IRISH BOY JACK'S WARD THE STORE BOY FRANK'S CAMPAIGN TIMOTHY CRUMP'S WARD If you enjoy this ebook, don't forget to search your favorite ebook store for "Wildside Press Megapack" to see more of the 300+ volumes in this series, covering adventure, historical fiction, mysteries, westerns, ghost stories, science fiction -- and much, much more!







Antique Trader Book Collector's Price Guide

Author : Richard Russell

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 988 pages

File Size : 49,84 MB

Release : 2009-11-13

Category : Antiques & Collectibles

ISBN : 144021946X

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This new edition of Antique Trader Book Collector's Price Guide provides readers with the information and values to carve a niche for themselves in a market where rare first editions of Jane Austen's Emma and J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone recently sold at auction for 254,610 dollars and 40,355 dollars respectively. Organized in 13 categories, including Americana, banned, paranormal and mystery, this guide discusses identifying and grading books, and provides collectors with details for identifying and assessing books in 8,000 listings.