| Author |
Alger, Horatio, Jr., 1832-1899 |
| Title |
Paul Prescott's Charge
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| Credits |
Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Paul Prescott's Charge" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a novel aimed at young readers, likely written in the late 19th century. The book follows the story of a young boy named Paul Prescott, whose life takes a tragic turn upon the death of his father. Left alone in the world, Paul grapples with the responsibilities and challenges that arise from a debt his father accrued, along with his determination to pay it off. The opening of the story introduces us to Paul's difficult home life and the stern figure of Squire Newcome, who represents authority and societal expectations. As we dive into Paul's world, we meet his mischievous friend Ben, who provides a lighthearted contrast to the serious themes of loss and responsibility. After the death of his father, Paul makes the courageous decision to run away and seek a better life, motivated by his father's wishes and the promise of adventure. Paul's journey begins as he leaves the oppressive environment of the Poor House, promising to confront the challenges ahead with determination and hope for the future. The narrative establishes a rich backdrop for themes of perseverance, friendship, and the quest for a brighter existence. (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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| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Orphans -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Runaway teenagers -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Conduct of life -- Fiction
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| Subject |
New York (N.Y.) -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
293 |
| Release Date |
Mar 15, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 28, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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