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The Young Book Agent; or, Frank Hardy's Road to Success

By Horatio Alger

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A young boy must rise above misfortune to become a successful book agent and save his family from financial ruin.

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2018-03-16
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Summary

"The Young Book Agent; or, Frank Hardy's Road to Success" by Horatio Alger Jr. tells the tale of Frank Hardy, a sixteen-year-old boy whose family faces hardship when his father is hurt, and a rival's trickery threatens to destroy their livelihood. Driven by love for his family, Frank steps up, resolving to become a book agent and pull them out of poverty. The novel follows Frank as he learns about handling money, keeping his commitments, and overcoming struggles on his path to earn a living. With optimism and determination, he seeks tips from experienced agents and bravely confronts obstacles to help his family survive.

About the Author

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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