Alger, Horatio
Ragged d*ck and Struggling Upward
- ISBN 13:
- 9781481259385
- author:
- Alger, Horatio
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 132
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Children's, Fiction, Classics,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Ragged Dick and Struggling Upward by Horatio Alger is a heartwarming tale about a young boy's journey from poverty to respectability. In this 19th-century story, the author sheds light on the life of Ragged Dick, a newsboy who aspires to become a gentleman. Through Dick's transformation, Alger highlights the challenges faced by those seeking a better life. With his ragged clothes and rough demeanor, Dick is far from the respectable young gentleman he dreams of becoming. However, with hard work and determination, he slowly sheds his old self and emerges into a new identity. This book offers a glimpse into the lives of those who struggled to make ends meet in the past, and the sacrifices they made to achieve their goals. With its authentic portrayal of life in the 19th century, Ragged Dick and Struggling Upward is a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in historical fiction or coming-of-age stories.
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