"The Young Miner; Or, Tom Nelson in California" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a tale that follows Tom Nelson, a poor but spirited young man from New England as he ventures to California during the gold rush, seeking his fortune. Tom joins ranks with other miners, including the skeptical Lawrence Peabody and the wise Captain Fletcher, revealing different outlooks on the demanding work of gold mining. The story begins with Tom and his comrades tirelessly panning for gold in a stream, setting the stage for the challenges and relationships that define Tom’s experiences. The presence of characters like Missouri Jack, a saloon owner, hints at potential conflicts, promising a journey of maturation, difficulty, and the chase of dreams amidst the tough realities of mining.
The Young Miner; Or, Tom Nelson in California
By Horatio Alger
A wide-eyed youth heads west to strike it rich, but must navigate treacherous landscapes and even more treacherous characters to find fortune and himself.
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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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