Rough and Ready OR Life Among the New York Newsboys
'Rough and Ready OR Life Among the New York Newsboys' Summary
In 'Rough and Ready', Horatio Alger Jr. tells the story of a determined young newsboy, named Rough and Ready, who struggles to survive in the gritty streets of New York City. He works tirelessly to provide for himself and his sister, Rose, who is targeted by their unscrupulous stepfather for nefarious purposes. Despite their hardships, Rough and Ready's resilience and resourcefulness shine through. He faces numerous obstacles, from evading kidnappers and protecting his sister to dodging cunning swindlers and outsmarting streetwise thieves. Along his journey, he forms valuable friendships and discovers the importance of education, even as he navigates the complexities of the city's underbelly. Through thrilling escapades and heartwarming moments of camaraderie, Rough and Ready emerges as a symbol of hope and resilience, showcasing the triumph of good over evil in the face of adversity.Book Details
Language
EnglishOriginal Language
Published In
Genre/Category
Tags/Keywords
Download eBooks
Listen/Download Audiobook
- Select Speed
Related books
Ruth Fielding At the War Front by Alice B. Emerson
Ruth Fielding At the War Front is a captivating historical adventure novel that follows the daring exploits of Ruth Fielding, a courageous Red Cross w...
Young Trailers: A Story of Early Kentucky by Joseph A. Altsheler
In the untamed wilderness of Kentucky in the 1700s, young Henry Ware embarks on a perilous journey as part of a group of frontier settlers. Amidst the...
De Vandrande Djäknarne by Viktor Rydberg
De Vandrande Djäknarne is a charming and humorous novel that follows the adventures of two students as they wander through the Swedish countryside dur...
White Moll by Frank L. Packard
Frank Lucius Packard (February 2, 1877 – February 17, 1942) born in Montreal, Quebec, was a Canadian novelist. Packard is credited with bridging the g...
Pony Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers by Frank Gee Patchin
The Pony Rider Boys are a group of young friends who love to ride horses and explore the Old West. In this book, they join the Texas Rangers and help...
Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Emma Orczy
The classic story of Sir Percy Blakeney and his alter ego, the Scarlet Pimpernel. A great adventure, set during the French Revolution. (Summary by Kar...
Uncle Wiggily in Wonderland by Howard R. Garis
Uncle Wiggily, the beloved rabbit character, embarks on a whimsical adventure to Wonderland. Feeling adventurous and free from his usual aches and pai...
Rover Boys Out West by Arthur M. Winfield
The Rover Boys Out West is a classic children's adventure novel that follows the exploits of the three Rover brothers, Tom, Dick, and Sam. The story b...
Tanar of Pellucidar by Edgar Rice Burroughs
Tanar of Pellucidar is a classic adventure novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs, set in a hidden world within the Earth's core known as Pellucidar. This subt...
With Lee in Virginia by G. A. Henty
With Lee in Virginia follows the adventures of Vincent Wingfield, a young Virginian who enlists in the Confederate cavalry during the Civil War. The b...
Reviews for Rough and Ready OR Life Among the New York Newsboys
No reviews posted or approved, yet...