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Frank Tousey
Books by Frank Tousey
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 1: A Lucky Deal; or The 'Cutest Boy in Wall Street
This book tells the story of a young boy who arrives in New York City seeking employment. His journey leads him to become a messenger boy on Wall Street, a position that exposes him to the world of finance and high society. Through his quick wit and...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 2: Born to Good Luck; or The Boy Who Succeeded
**Description:** 'Born to Good Luck; or The Boy Who Succeeded by Frank Tousey' is an inspiring and educational novel that follows the journey of Dick Armstrong, an enterprising young man who overcomes adversity to achieve great success in business....
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 10: A Copper Harvest
'A Copper Harvest' tells the story of two friends, Jack and Charlie, who join forces with an experienced prospector named Gideon to start digging into Gideon's copper mine in Montana. Jack and Charlie's resourcefulness and perseverance are put to the...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 3: Corner in Corn
Vance Thornton is a young man working for a corn operator in Chicago. Witnessing his boss's expertise, Vance absorbs valuable skills in the world of finance and trading. When he gets the chance to utilize his knowledge in cornering the corn market, h...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 4: A Game of Chance
This book tells the story of Will Sommers, a talented young man working as an engineer in a factory. He utilizes his skills to benefit the company and himself, particularly in his endeavor to transform a swamp into an ice privilege. Throughout the na...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 5: Hard to Beat
This book tells the story of Bob Brooks, a young messenger boy on Wall Street who uses his sharp mind and bravery to navigate the world of finance. He learns the ins and outs of speculation and uses his knowledge to build a successful career. Along...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 6: Building a Railroad
This book follows the Winthrop brothers, Don and Gil, who inherit their father's railroad construction business. Despite their youth and inexperience, they are determined to carry on his legacy. They face numerous challenges as they navigate the com...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 7: Winning His Way
This book tells the story of young Frank Morris, who inherits his father's newspaper, the Green River Argus, after his father's unexpected death. Frank must quickly learn the ropes of running a newspaper, especially as he faces sabotage from a compe...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 8: The Wheel of Fortune
The Wheel of Fortune is a motivational story about a young man named Bert Hawley who overcomes poverty and adversity to achieve success in business. Bert's journey is inspiring and instructive, and his story will resonate with anyone who has ever dre...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 9: Nip and Tuck
Nip and Tuck are two young and ambitious stockbrokers who start their own brokerage firm on Wall Street. Despite being ridiculed by their older colleagues, they quickly prove their worth through their tenacity and business savvy. As they navigate the...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 11: A Lucky Penny
This book tells the story of Tom Garland, a young man sent to an Industrial Farm in Boston to learn a trade. There, he befriends a lame boy named Dick Rogers, and together they face numerous challenges and dangers. Their journey is marked by Tom's '...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 12: A Diamond in the Rough
Fred King, a young man with a heart of gold, toils in the dangerous world of coal mining. Despite the hardships he faces, his optimism and unwavering spirit shine through. When his town is plagued by injustice and danger, Fred's courage and strength...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 13: Baiting the Bears
This book tells the story of Phil Thorne, a man who finds himself unexpectedly out of work after making a personal error. Despite his setback, he demonstrates compassion by helping an elderly man, which leads to a new opportunity. However, Phil faces...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 14: A Gold Brick
Joe Vickers, a young man from humble beginnings, works diligently on the railroad. Starting as a Wiper, he rises through the ranks to become a Fireman and eventually an Engineer, fulfilling his father's legacy. Throughout his journey, Joe displays un...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 15: A Streak of Luck
This heartwarming novel follows the story of Ben Bailey, a humble grocer's assistant living in the quaint town of Rivermouth. When he encounters an older gentleman seemingly lacking in worldly possessions, Ben discovers a valuable friendship that wil...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 16: A Good Thing
Bruce Hardy and Joe Ramsey are two close friends who attend Hurricane Hill Military Academy in New Jersey. They are always willing to take on any challenge, and they never back down from a fight. In this book, they face off against a group of thievin...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 17: King of the Market
'King of the Market' is an adventure novel that follows the journey of Rex Richmond, a young messenger for a brokerage firm in New York City. Through a combination of luck, courage, and business acumen, Rex rises through the ranks to become one of th...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 18: Pure Grit
This book follows the story of Eric Gordon, a seemingly ordinary store clerk and postal worker living in a small coastal town in New York. However, beneath his unassuming exterior lies a reservoir of courage, optimism, and remarkable resourcefulness....
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 19: A Rise in Life
Bob Chambers is a young man with a bright future. He has a good job, a loving family, and a beautiful girlfriend. But when the mill where he works goes on strike, Bob's life is turned upside down. He must now fight for his job, his family, and his lo...
Fame and Fortune Weekly No. 20: A Barrel of Money
In the bustling streets of New York City, Bertie Ballister, a young messenger boy, toils tirelessly despite the weight of his family's hardships. Bertie's unwavering determination and sharp intellect carry him through each day, fueling his dreams of...