Rough and Ready, Or, Life Among the New York Newsboys


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Rufus, also known as Rough and Ready, is a newsboy who must protect his sister, Rose, from an alcoholic stepfather, James Martin. Through luck, hard work, and honesty, Rufus finds a home for Rose with a kindly seamstress and prospers in his business of selling newspapers. However, Mr. Martin is lurking in the shadows waiting for an opportunity to reclaim the children and hatches a plot to kidnap Rose.




Tattered Tom


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Reproduction of the original: Tattered Tom by Horatio Alger







Luck and Pluck


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Reproduction of the original: Luck and Pluck by Horatio Alger




Try and Trust


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Mark the Match Boy; Or, Richard Hunter's Ward


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Mark the Match Boy; or, Richard Hunter's Ward, has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.







Selected Stories of Horatio Alger Jr.


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Selected Stories of Horatio Alger Jr. by Horatio Alger Jr.: Step into the world of rags-to-riches tales and moral lessons with Selected Stories of Horatio Alger Jr. Alger's timeless stories depict young protagonists overcoming adversity, demonstrating perseverance, honesty, and hard work on their journey toward success. Key Aspects of the Book “Selected Stories of Horatio Alger Jr.”: Features a collection of inspiring stories that embody the American dream, portraying characters who rise from humble beginnings to achieve success through determination and moral integrity. Explores themes of social mobility, ethics, and the pursuit of personal growth, resonating with readers of all ages and backgrounds. Provides valuable life lessons and serves as a source of motivation, encouraging readers to embrace resilience, self-belief, and the power of honest effort. Horatio Alger Jr., an American writer, became known for his rags-to-riches stories that captivated audiences in the late 19th century. Born in 1832, Alger's novels, including Ragged Dick and Strive and Succeed, depicted the struggles and triumphs of young protagonists striving for success and upward mobility. Alger's works, often emphasizing the virtues of hard work, determination, and integrity, resonated with readers seeking inspiration and hope during a time of social and economic change. His stories of perseverance and the American Dream have left a lasting impact on popular culture.




Tattered Tom


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Horatio Alger, Jr. ( January 13, 1832 - July 18, 1899) was a prolific 19th-century American author, best known for his many juvenile novels about impoverished boys and their rise from humble backgrounds to lives of middle-class security and comfort through hard work, determination, courage, and honesty. His writings were characterized by the "rags-to-riches" narrative, which had a formative effect on America during the Gilded Age. Essentially, all of Alger's juvenile novels share the same theme: a teenage boy works hard to escape poverty. Often though, it is not the hard work itself that rescues the boy from his fate, but rather some extraordinary act of bravery or honesty. The boy might return a large sum of lost money or rescue someone from an overturned carriage. This brings the boy-and his plight-to the attention of a wealthy individual.