"Facing the World" by Horatio Alger Jr. is a captivating story set in the late 1800s, about a young boy named Harry Vane navigating life after his father's death. Facing a new guardian, John Fox, who proves to be selfish and unreliable, Harry’s life takes an unexpected turn filled with tests of his courage and values. From the moment Harry receives a cold-hearted letter from Fox, his world is turned upside down, leading him on an unanticipated journey that tests his resilience. Shortly after, Harry leaves the comfort of a kind family friend and heads to live with Fox, only to discover that his new guardian is driven by greed, not generosity. Harry fights to protect his money, learning to depend on his own moral compass. After proving his bravery by preventing a train accident, Harry’s path starts to shift, setting the stage for adventures that promise significant personal transformation.
Facing the World
By Horatio Alger
Orphaned and thrust into a world of greed and mistrust, a young hero must rely on his courage and honesty to overcome adversity and find his place.
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About the AuthorHoratio Alger Jr. was an American author who wrote young adult novels about impoverished boys and their rise from humble backgrounds to middle-class security and comfort through good works. His writings were characterized by the "rags-to-riches" narrative, which had a formative effect on the United States from 1868 through to his death in 1899.
Horatio Alger Jr. was an American author who wrote young adult novels about impoverished boys and their rise from humble backgrounds to middle-class security and comfort through good works. His writings were characterized by the "rags-to-riches" narrative, which had a formative effect on the United States from 1868 through to his death in 1899.
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