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One Saturday afternoon in January a lively and animated group of boys were gathered on the western side of a large pond in the village of Groveton. Prominent among them was a tall, pleasant-looking young man of twenty-two, the teacher of the Center Grammar School, Frederic Hooper,... Read Full Overview

""Struggling Upward or Luke Larkin's Luck"" is a novel written by Horatio Alger Jr. that tells the story of a young man named Luke Larkin who is determined to make a success of himself despite his humble beginnings. Luke is an orphan who has been raised by his aunt and uncle... Read Full Overview

Horatio Alger, Jr. (January 13, 1832 - July 18, 1899) was an American writer. He wrote magazine stories and poems, a few novels for adults, and 100 plus boys' books. His boys' books were hugely popular. Alger was born in Massachusetts, and attended Harvard College. He became... Read Full Overview

Alger's classic tale of a young boy's rise from poverty to success through hard work and perseverance has inspired generations of readers. With its timeless themes of opportunity, self-reliance, and the American dream, it remains a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration... Read Full Overview

Alger's classic tale of a young boy's rise from poverty to success through hard work and perseverance has inspired generations of readers. With its timeless themes of opportunity, self-reliance, and the American dream, it remains a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration... Read Full Overview

One Saturday afternoon in January a lively and animated group of boys were gathered on the western side of a large pond in the village of Groveton. Prominent among them was a tall, pleasant-looking young man of twenty-two, the teacher of the Center Grammar School, Frederic Hooper,... Read Full Overview