Mark the Match Boy; or, Richard Hunter's Ward
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ISBN13: 9781023334433
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.51
Height: 0.34 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Experience a classic tale of ambition and perseverance with Mark the Match Boy, or Richard Hunter's Ward by Horatio Alger, Jr. This 19th-century juvenile fiction explores themes of self-reliance and overcoming adversity. Journey alongside a young orphan as he navigates the challenges of street life and strives for a better future.
A quintessential rags to riches story, Mark the Match Boy embodies the spirit of self-culture, demonstrating how determination and hard work can lead to success. Alger's work has resonated with readers for generations. Discover the timeless appeal of this inspiring narrative, a testament to the power of individual effort and the pursuit of a brighter tomorrow. A must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction and stories of triumph over hardship.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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