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Book Horatio s Boys

Download or read book Horatio s Boys written by Edwin Palmer Hoyt and published by Radnor, Pa : Chilton Book Company. This book was released on 1974 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Telegraph Boy  Illustrated

Download or read book The Telegraph Boy Illustrated written by Horatio Alger and published by BookRix. This book was released on 2014-04-25 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "I have two children," she said, "a daughter and a son. The son has recently graduated from college, and is now travelling in Europe. My daughter is now twenty-six years of age. She was beautiful, and our social position was such that my husband, who is a proud man, confidently anticipated that she would make a brilliant match. But at the age of nineteen Ellen fell in love with a clerk in my husband's employ. He was a young man of good appearance and character, and nothing could be said against him except that he was poor. This, however, was more than enough in Mr. Graham's eyes. When Lawrence Brent asked for the hand of our daughter, my husband drove him from the house with insult, and immediately discharged him from his employ. Ellen was high-spirited, and resented this treatment of the man she loved. He soon obtained a place quite as good as the one he had lost, and one day Ellen left the house and married him. She wrote to us, excusing her action, and I would gladly have forgiven her; but her father was obdurate. He forbade my mentioning her name to him, and from that day to this he has never referred to her. In late-nineteenth-century New York City, fifteen-year-old Frank Kavanagh's job as messenger boy brings him many adventures, new friendships, and eventually a great improvement in his fortunes. 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. Alger's name is often invoked incorrectly as though he himself rose from rags to riches, but that arc applied to his characters, not to the author. Essentially, all of Alger's novels share the same theme: a young boy struggles through hard work to escape poverty. Critics, however, are quick to point out that it is not the hard work itself that rescues the boy from his fate, but rather some extraordinary act of bravery or honesty, which brings him into contact with a wealthy elder gentleman, who takes the boy in as a ward. The boy might return a large sum of money that was lost or rescue someone from an overturned carriage, bringing the boy—and his plight—to the attention of some wealthy individual. It has been suggested that this reflects Alger's own patronizing attitude to the boys he tried to help.

Book The Cash Boy

    Book Details:
  • Author : Horatio Alger, Jr
  • Publisher : 1st World Publishing
  • Release : 2004-10
  • ISBN : 1421802457
  • Pages : 158 pages

Download or read book The Cash Boy written by Horatio Alger, Jr and published by 1st World Publishing. This book was released on 2004-10 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Cash Boy,"' by Horatio Alger, Jr., as the name implies, is a story about a boy and for boys. Through some conspiracy, the hero of the story when a baby, was taken from his relatives and given into the care of a kind woman. Not knowing his name, she gave him her husband's name, Frank Fowler. She had one little daughter, Grace, and showing no partiality in the treatment of her children, Frank never suspected that she was not his sister. However, at the death of Mrs. Fowler, all this was related to Frank.

Book Julius  Or  The Street Boy Out West

Download or read book Julius Or The Street Boy Out West written by Horatio Alger (Jr.) and published by . This book was released on 1874 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A homeless, fifteen-year-old New York City boy is sent by the Children's Aid Society to Brookville, Wisconsin, where his hard work and heroism win him a chance to make his own fortune.

Book Horatio Squeak

    Book Details:
  • Author : Karen Foxlee
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2020-11-05
  • ISBN : 9781760652371
  • Pages : 40 pages

Download or read book Horatio Squeak written by Karen Foxlee and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-05 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Award-winning children's fiction author Karen Foxlee makes her picture book debut with this classic hero story about the difference one small voice can make. In a very fine house, on a very grand street, Lived the tiniest mouse you could possibly meet. The youngest of twelve, he was timid and slight, But he was always, ALWAYS very polite. When tiny Horatio Squeak is invited to a mysterious party at the top of the stairs, he finds himself in the unexpected company of kittens with dreadfully bright teeth and dreadfully sharp claws. Despite their intimidating appearance, the kittens are welcoming hosts who seem to enjoy Horatio's company. But when they spot a bird in the window, they cannot resist the urge to catch it. As Horatio watches on with horror, he finds the courage to speak out and save the scared bird. With his newfound bravery, Horatio returns home feeling stronger and not nearly so small.

Book The Errand Boy

    Book Details:
  • Author : Horatio Jr. Alger
  • Publisher : 1st World Publishing
  • Release : 2005-03
  • ISBN : 1421804557
  • Pages : 302 pages

Download or read book The Errand Boy written by Horatio Jr. Alger and published by 1st World Publishing. This book was released on 2005-03 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Purchase one of 1st World Library's Classic Books and help support our free internet library of downloadable eBooks. Visit us online at www.1stWorldLibrary.ORG - - Phil Brent was plodding through the snow in the direction of the house where he lived with his step-mother and her son, when a snow-ball, moist and hard, struck him just below his ear with stinging emphasis. The pain was considerable, and Phil's anger rose. He turned suddenly, his eyes flashing fiercely, intent upon discovering who had committed this outrage, for he had no doubt that it was intentional. He looked in all directions, but saw no one except a mild old gentleman in spectacles, who appeared to have some difficulty in making his way through the obstructed street.

Book Mark the Match Boy  Or  Richard Hunter s Ward

Download or read book Mark the Match Boy Or Richard Hunter s Ward written by Jr. Horatio Alger and published by Alpha Edition. This book was released on 2023-01-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Book Jed  the Poorhouse Boy

Download or read book Jed the Poorhouse Boy written by Horatio Jr. Alger and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-31 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Jed, the Poorhouse Boy" by Horatio Jr. Alger. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.

Book Beyond Horatio s Philosophy  The Fantasy of Peter S  Beagle

Download or read book Beyond Horatio s Philosophy The Fantasy of Peter S Beagle written by David Stevens and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2013-08-16 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Beyond Horatio’s Philosophy: The Fantasy of Peter S. Beagle, David Stevens examines the fantasy of American writer Peter S. Beagle. He finds a consistent view of the world and an almost overpowering sense of humor, leading him to conclude that Beagle believes that love is the best thing we have and the only reason for living. His work will be read and enjoyed for generations to come, and Stevens tells you why. Beagle indulges in what Stevens terms "metaphysical speculations”: a working-out of the possibilities of the world being different than it is. He invites the reader to examine these speculations with him, and when we do, to come away from the experience as better men and women, believing in the transforming power of love and laughing at ourselves in the process. No writer could ask for more, or succeed better. Beagle would have us believe, to paraphrase Shakespeare's Hamlet, that there are more things in heaven and earth than are dreamt of in our philosophy. Complete with bibliography and index.

Book Ben  the Luggage Boy

Download or read book Ben the Luggage Boy written by Horatio Alger and published by . This book was released on 1870 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Young Ben runs away from home after a conflict with his father and lives on the streets of New York City for years, but his mother still hopes to see him again.

Book Rough and Ready  Or  Life Among the New York Newsboys

Download or read book Rough and Ready Or Life Among the New York Newsboys written by Horatio Alger (Jr.) and published by . This book was released on 1897 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Book The Publishers  Trade List Annual

Download or read book The Publishers Trade List Annual written by and published by . This book was released on 1887 with total page 2814 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Treasure finders

Download or read book The Treasure finders written by James Otis and published by . This book was released on 1889 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Bookman

Download or read book The Bookman written by and published by . This book was released on 1898 with total page 864 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Boy Power

    Book Details:
  • Author : United States Boys' Working Reserve
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 1918
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 134 pages

Download or read book Boy Power written by United States Boys' Working Reserve and published by . This book was released on 1918 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Cash Boy Annotated

    Book Details:
  • Author : Horatio Alger Jr.
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2020-10-05
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 129 pages

Download or read book The Cash Boy Annotated written by Horatio Alger Jr. and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-05 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Cash Boy," by Horatio Alger, Jr., as the name implies, is a story about a boy and for boys. Through some conspiracy, the hero of the story when a baby, was taken from his relatives and given into the care of a kind woman. Not knowing his name, she gave him her husband's name, Frank Fowler. She had one little daughter, Grace, and showing no partiality in the treatment of her children, Frank never suspected that she was not his sister. However, at the death of Mrs. Fowler, all this was related to Frank. The children were left alone in the world. It seemed as though they would have to go to the poorhouse but Frank could not become reconciled to that. A kind neighbor agreed to care for Grace, so Frank decided to start out in the world to make his way. He had many disappointments and hardships, but through his kindness to an old man, his own relatives and right name were revealed to him.

Book Frank s Campaign  Or  The Farm and the Camp

Download or read book Frank s Campaign Or The Farm and the Camp written by Horatio Jr. Alger and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-08-12 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Frank's Campaign; Or, The Farm and the Camp" by Horatio Jr. Alger. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.