Only an Irish Boy; Or, Andy Burke's Fortunes (eBook)

A Tale of Resilience and Hope in 19th Century America

Horatio Alger Jr. (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
123 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654750764-2 (EAN)

Infos

Horatio Jr. Alger's book, 'Only an Irish Boy; Or, Andy Burke's Fortunes', is a classic rags-to-riches story set in the late 19th century. The narrative follows the trials and triumphs of young Andy Burke, an Irish immigrant boy, as he navigates the challenges of poverty and discrimination in pursuit of a better life. Alger's simplistic and straightforward writing style is characteristic of his moralistic tales, which often emphasize hard work, perseverance, and integrity. This particular work sheds light on themes of social mobility and the American Dream, making it a poignant reflection of its time. Alger's engaging storytelling and relatable characters make 'Only an Irish Boy' a compelling and timeless read for audiences of all ages. Readers will be inspired by Andy's resilience and determination, making this book a must-read for those seeking a tale of hope and success against all odds.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 12.8.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Kinderbücher bis 11 Jahre
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Sachbücher ► Geschichte / Politik
• Schlagworte: 19th Century America • 19th Century American Literature • adventure fiction • Adventure novel • American dream narrative • Coming-of-age adventure • coming of age stories • Conduct of life • historical fiction • Horatio Alger Jr. • Horatio Jr. Alger • Inheritance and succession • Irish Americans • Irish authors • Irish immigrant protagonist • Irish Literature • Juvenile Fiction • literature classics • Orphan tales • rags to riches novels • rags to riches story • Victorian moral values • young adult literature • youth literature