Language | English |
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ISBN-10 | 1648285945 |
ISBN-13 | 9781648285943 |
No of pages | 206 |
Book Publisher | i-Read Publications |
Published Date | 20 Feb 2020 |
Horatio Alger Jr., an American novelist who lived from January 13, 1832, to July 18, 1899, authored books for young adults about poor lads who, through their good deeds, climb from impoverished roots to lives of stability and comfort in the middle class. His works are known for their "rags-to-riches" narrative, which had a formative influence on the Gilded Age United States. All of Alger's young adult books revolve around the idea that a young man can change his situation for the better by acting morally. The "Horatio Alger myth" holds that the young man achieves success via toil, however, this is untrue. The youngster behaves according to classic characteristics like honesty, generosity, and altruism in the actual stories, and success is invariably the result of an accident that works to the boy's advantage. The youngster might recover a sizable sum of money that was misplaced or save a passenger from a derailed carriage. A wealthy person notices the youngster and his predicament as a result of this. For instance, in one tale, a little child narrowly avoids being hit by a streetcar before being snatched away to safety by a homeless orphan youth.
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"Joe's Luck; Or, Always Wide Awake" is a novel written by Horatio Alger Jr., an American author known for his rags-to-riches stories aimed at young readers in the late 19th century. Alger's works often featured protagonists who overcome adversity through hard work, honesty, and perseverance. In "Joe's Luck," the narrative likely follows the central character, Joe Thompson, as he faces challenges and strives for success. Alger's novels typically involve a young protagonist facing difficult circumstances, demonstrating moral character, and ultimately achieving upward mobility. The title suggests that the protagonist, Joe, possesses a resourceful and alert nature, traits often emphasized in Alger's stories. As with many of Alger's works, "Joe's Luck" may impart moral lessons and encourage young readers to adopt virtues such as diligence, honesty, and determination.