Andy Grant's Pluck

"Andy Grant's Pluck" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a tale set in the late 1800s, exploring themes of resilience and ambition in the face of difficulty. The story centers on a young man named Andy Grant, whose life takes an unexpected turn when his family is threatened with financial ruin because of a deceitful friend. Called home from school by an urgent message, Andy discovers the family farm hangs in the balance due to his father's unfortunate connection to a dishonest bank employee. Facing the grim prospect of losing everything, Andy steps up, ready to put aside his own aspirations to support his family and demonstrating the values of selflessness, honesty, and the pursuit of security that drive his transformation through hardship.