Ben, the Luggage Boy; Or, Among the Wharves by Jr. Horatio Alger

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Author Alger, Horatio, Jr., 1832-1899
Title Ben, the Luggage Boy; Or, Among the Wharves
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Summary "Ben, the Luggage Boy; or, Among the Wharves" by Horatio Alger Jr. is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Ben who has run away from home and is trying to make a life for himself in the bustling streets of New York City. As Ben navigates through challenges such as making a living and sustaining himself, he encounters various characters that highlight the struggles and aspirations of street children during that time. The opening of the novel introduces Ben as a young luggage boy, waiting on the wharves for the chance to earn a few cents by carrying the baggage of incoming passengers. Through his interactions with other street children and an elderly lady, we get a glimpse of Ben’s humorous resilience and street smarts, as well as his ambition to better his circumstances despite his difficult living situation. Ben's initial confidence, combined with the realities of survival in a competitive urban environment, sets the stage for a tale that explores themes of hardship, friendship, and the pursuit of dreams in a challenging world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Runaways -- Fiction
Subject New York (N.Y.) -- History -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 28381
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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