Jr. Horatio Alger

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Luke Walton

Beschreibung

""Luke Walton"" by Horatio Alger Jr. epitomizes the rags-to-riches genre, embodying the American Dream through the journey of its protagonist. Through unwavering determination, hard work, and self-reliance, Luke navigates the trials and tribulations of his coming-of-age adventure. Along the way, he learns invaluable lessons in morality, shaping his character and fostering social mobility. As Luke rises from humble beginnings, Alger intricately crafts a narrative of success, imbued with inspiration and optimism. Against a backdrop of adversity, Luke's journey becomes a beacon of hope, showcasing the transformative power of perseverance and resilience. Throughout the story, Alger skillfully develops Luke's character, highlighting his growth and redemption as he overcomes obstacles and achieves his dreams. Rooted in youth fiction, ""Luke Walton"" offers readers a timeless tale of triumph, resonating with themes of perseverance and the pursuit of the American Dream. Ultimately, Alger's novel serves as a testament to the enduring belief in the power of hard work and the promise of a brighter future, making it an inspirational classic that continues to captivate readers with its message of hope and redemption.

Autor

Horatio Alger Jr., an American novelist who lived from January 13, 1832, to July 18, 1899, authored books for young adults about poor lads who, through their good deeds, climb from impoverished roots to lives of stability and comfort in the middle class. His works are known for their "rags-to-riches" narrative, which had a formative influence on the Gilded Age United States. All of Alger's young adult books revolve around the idea that a young man can change his situation for the better by acting morally. The "Horatio Alger myth" holds that the young man achieves success via toil, however, this is untrue. The youngster behaves himself according to classic characteristics like honesty, generosity, and altruism in the actual stories, and success is invariably the result of an accident that works to the boy's advantage. The youngster might recover a sizable sum of money that was misplaced or save a passenger from a derailed carriage. A wealthy person notices the youngster and his predicament as a result of this. For instance, in one tale, a little child narrowly avoids being hit by a streetcar before being snatched away to safety by a homeless orphan youth.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 182
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Mai 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 237g
• ISBN-13: 9789363050099
• ISBN-10: 9363050092
• Artikelnr.: 70922543