"Seeking Fortune in America" by F. W. Grey is a memoir that recounts the author's pursuit of opportunity in early 20th-century America, highlighting the contrasts between his English background and the challenges of adapting to life in the American West. He seeks his fortune through farming and ranching, using resilience and humor to navigate social and economic changes, from his education at the Ontario Agricultural College to his experiences with Calgarian ranch families. The story features both the allure and the difficulties of the American Dream on the frontier and showcases lessons learned about hard work.
Seeking Fortune in America
By F. W. (Frederick William) Grey
A determined Englishman journeys to America, where he confronts unexpected trials and forges lasting connections while chasing opportunity in a rugged new world.
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