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The Telegraphy Boy

By Alger Jr., Horatio Jr.

The Telegraphy Boy

By Alger Jr., Horatio Jr.

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A bright, quick-witted boy earns his living as a telegraph messenger in bustling New York City, navigating danger, deceit, and unexpected opportunity. His courage and determination set him on a path from poverty to promise as he uncovers both allies and enemies in his pursuit of success. Will street smarts and honesty be enough to change his fortune?The Telegraph Boy tells the story of a resourceful youth who rises from street life to respectable success through the gritty work of telegraphy. As he faces the challenges of urban life in the late 1800s, his intelligence and integrity win him crucial allies and a brighter future. This classic Alger novel celebrates perseverance, personal growth, and the belief that character can overcome circumstance.Horatio Alger, Jr. (1832-1899) was a 19th-century American author who wrote approximately 135 dime novels. Many of his works are rags-to-riches stories, illustrating how down-and-out boys might achieve the American Dream of wealth and success through hard work, courage, and determination.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
226
Release Date:
2008-02-28
Publication Date:
2026-01-25
Publisher:
Wildside Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1434460339
ISBN13:
9781434460332
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Minimum Reading Age:
8
Maximum Reading Age:
12
Weight:
325 g
Height:
140 cm
Width:
216 cm
Thickness:
13 cm
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