Author |
Alger, Horatio, Jr., 1832-1899 |
Author |
Stratemeyer, Edward, 1862-1930 |
Title |
Falling in with Fortune; Or, The Experiences of a Young Secretary
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Credits |
Produced by Shane McDonald
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Summary |
"Falling in with Fortune; Or, The Experiences of a Young Secretary" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Robert Frost, a young boy who, due to the cruel treatment of his step-father, leaves home to seek independence and fortune in Chicago. Throughout his journey, Robert faces numerous challenges as he navigates his new life, ultimately gaining a position as a private secretary to a wealthy woman, Mrs. Vernon, while also dealing with the dangers posed by a treacherous relative. At the start of the narrative, Robert receives a telegram from his friend Dick Marden, detailing Marden's business trip to California. Shortly after, Robert is unexpectedly fired from his position at a ticket office due to a family obligation of his boss, which leaves him in search of work with dwindling funds. As he struggles to find employment, he inadvertently becomes embroiled in a situation where he is falsely accused of theft in a store. Fortunately, he is exonerated with the help of a clergyman. Following this incident, Robert encounters Mrs. Vernon, who hires him as her private secretary, thus setting the stage for a series of adventures and trials that will test his character and resolve. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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Subject |
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Young men -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Diligence -- Juvenile fiction
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Success -- Juvenile fiction
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Nephews -- Juvenile fiction
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Criminals -- Juvenile fiction
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Chicago (Ill.) -- History -- 19th century -- Juvenile fiction
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Private secretaries -- Juvenile fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
58304 |
Release Date |
Nov 18, 2018 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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