The Unknown Wrestler

"The Unknown Wrestler" by H. A. Cody is an early 1900's tale about empathy and tough times. The story highlights kindness, fairness in society, hardhips, and how people help each other, through characters like a blind musician, his daughter, and a mysterious person who appears to help them when they need it most. The book seems to be filled with both dramatic scenes and action, highlighting the differences between social classes. In the beginning, a blind, old man and his daughter, named Nan, are trying to make money playing music on the street. But people are mean to them, until a kind stranger stands up for them, and plays the violin beautifully, earning money for them. The girl thanks the stranger for his support and generosity. This sets the stage for a story that explores sympathy, protection, and the difficult realities of city life, indicating that the plot will look more closely at these social issues.