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Rough and Ready OR Life Among the New York Newsboys

by Horatio Alger

In the gritty streets of 19th-century New York, where survival hinges on street smarts and grit, young Johnny Walker finds himself thrust into a world of challenges that demand more than just a newspaper pitch. In "Rough and Ready: Life Among the New York Newsboys" by Horatio Alger, Jr., the reader is catapulted into a riveting tale of determination and resilience. Johnny's journey from a penniless newsboy to a figure of inspiration unfolds in a city pulsating with raw energy, unveiling the harsh realities of the urban struggle for success. Alger weaves a narrative that transcends time, resonating with universal themes of ambition, friendship, and the pursuit of dreams. Join Johnny Walker on this gripping odyssey through the tumultuous streets of New York, where every corner turned reveals a new lesson in survival and the indomitable spirit of youth.

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English

Original Language

English

Published In

1869

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Horatio Alger

United States

Horatio Alger Jr. was an American writer of young adult novels about impoverished boys and their rise from humble backgrounds to lives of middle-class security and comfort through good works. His writ...

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