Shifting For Himself; or, Gilbert Greyson's Fortunes by Jr. Horatio Alger

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Author Alger, Horatio, Jr., 1832-1899
Title Shifting For Himself; or, Gilbert Greyson's Fortunes
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Summary "Shifting For Himself; or, Gilbert Greyson's Fortunes" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows a young boy named Gilbert Greyson, who faces sudden poverty while preparing for college, forcing him to abandon his aspirations and enter the workforce. His journey illustrates themes of self-reliance, resilience, and personal growth, with particular attention to the challenges faced by youth in navigating the demands of adulthood. The beginning of the novel introduces Gilbert Greyson, a spirited 16-year-old boarding at Dr. Burton’s school, and his close friend John Munford, who must leave school to work. As Gilbert looks forward to a summer trip, he receives a letter from his guardian, Richard Briggs, revealing that he will no longer be able to afford his education due to financial constraints. This letter propels Gilbert into adulthood, emphasizing the necessity for him to make his own way in the world, mirroring the experiences of many boys who find themselves required to "shift for themselves" in times of need. The opening chapters set the stage for Gilbert's transformation from a hopeful student to a young man determined to navigate the complexities of life independently. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Orphans -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Bildungsromans
Subject Teenage boys -- Juvenile fiction
Subject New York (N.Y.) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Poverty -- Juvenile fiction
Subject City and town life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Success -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Swindlers and swindling -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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