Alger, Horatio, Jr

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The Nugget Finders A Tale of the Gold Fields of Australia

Beschreibung

The Nugget Finders: A Tale of the Gold Fields of Australia by Jr. Horatio Alger is an adventure novel set during the Australian Gold Rush, blending themes of ambition, perseverance, and fortune. The book falls within the genre of juvenile fiction, particularly the "rags-to-riches" trope that Alger is famous for. The story follows the journey of young protagonists who set out to seek their fortune in the gold fields of Australia. Faced with numerous challenges, including treacherous landscapes, competing gold seekers, and the inherent unpredictability of mining, the characters must rely on their wit, hard work, and moral integrity to succeed. Alger's narrative is rich with the spirit of adventure and the promise of the untamed frontier, capturing the excitement and peril of the gold rush era. His protagonists often embody the quintessential qualities of determination and honesty, reflecting the author's belief in the virtue of hard work and ethical behavior leading to success. Through the lens of a thrilling treasure hunt, The Nugget Finders not only entertains but also imparts moral lessons typical of Alger's work, emphasizing that true wealth comes from character and effort rather than mere luck. This novel is a testament to Alger's enduring appeal and his ability to inspire young readers with tales of perseverance and moral fortitude.

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 LLP
• Seitenzahl: 148
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. August 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 172g
• ISBN-13: 9789363052772
• ISBN-10: 936305277X
• Artikelnr.: 71662892