Alger: 474 books

Richard Burton, a ranch owner in Iowa on the Missouri River, is in debt to miser Aaron Wolverton, and makes the semi-annual interest payment on his mortgage. Aaron hates Richard because his wife, Mary Burton, took Richard's proposal above his own. He hates the hero Bob, Richard's son, because Bob...

Written for young men this tale is by Horatio Alger, who inspired many young men with his tales of honesty, integrity, and the work ethic.

Horatio Alger Jr. (1832 - 1899) was an American 19th-century writer, known for his many young adult novels about impoverished boys and their rise from humble backgrounds to lives of middle-class security and comfort. His novel "Shifting for Himself" was published in 1875.

Tony the Tramp: Right is Might written by a prolific 19th-century American writer Horatio Alger. This book is one of many works by him. It has already Published in 1909. Now republish in ebook format. We believe this work is culturally important in its original archival form. While we strive to adequately...

The Young Salesman by Horatio Alger is about a young man who comes to America from England, and meets up with the wrong person.  Through his efforts to do right, the young man overcomes the bad things that happen to him.  This is a highly recommended book for young men.

A homeless girl lives by her wits on the streets of New York until it is discovered that she’s the long-lost heir to a fortune. In the preface of this book, Alger alerts his readers that Tattered Tom is a girl. She wears a skirt but defends herself admirably against everyone, including her abusive guardian, Margeret.

Grand'ther Baldwin's Thanksgiving with Other Ballads and Poems by Horatio Alger libreka classics – These are classics of literary history, reissued and made available to a wide audience. Immerse yourself in well-known and popular titles!

“Mother, this is an important day for me,” said Grant Colburn, as he entered the kitchen with an armful of wood, and deposited it in the box behind the stove. His mother looked up from the table where she was cutting out pie crust, and asked in surprise, “What do you mean, Grant? Why is to-day any different from ordinary days?” “I am sixteen to-day, mother!”

*** Original and Unabridged Content. Made available by GOLDEN CLASSIC PRESS*** Synopsis: Ernest Ray is a young boy who sets out to reclaim the inheritance that was unjustly with held from his father and given to a cousin. He must fight bank robbers and befriends Indians during his adventure....

“Where are you goin’, Julius? Where’s yer blackin’ box?” asked Patrick Riley. “I’ve retired from business,” said Julius. “Did yer rich uncle die, and leave yer a fortune?” “No, but he’s goin’ up the river to Sing Sing, for the benefit of his constitushun, and I’m goin’ West fer my health.”

First published in 1892 this engrossing tale introduces us to the charming Mabel Frost Fairfax. She arrives in the village of Granville as the newly-appointed school teacher. Through her experiences Alger presents a vivid and life-like picture of village life. His portrayal of human emotions and relations is highly perceptive. Delightful!

*** Original and Unabridged Content. Made available by GOLDEN CLASSIC PRESS*** Synopsis: The Young Salesman is one of the best novels by the Horatio Alger Jr.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

Tale for young men to grow upon and learn from.  By Horatio Alger.

*** Original and Unabridged Content. Made available by GOLDEN CLASSIC PRESS*** Synopsis: Alger is the original rags-to-riches guy, often credited with inventing the strive-and-succeed spirit that inspired boys to work hard and advance themselves in order to achieve the American Dream. This...