Ben Bruce: Scenes in the Life of a Bowery Newsboy by Jr. Horatio Alger

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Author Alger, Horatio, Jr., 1832-1899
Illustrator Davis, J. Watson, 1870-1959
Title Ben Bruce: Scenes in the Life of a Bowery Newsboy
Note Reading ease score: 85.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Ben Bruce: Scenes in the Life of a Bowery Newsboy" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a coming-of-age novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Ben Bruce, a determined young boy who grapples with the harsh realities of life as he confronts his cruel stepfather and his yearning for a better future in the bustling city of New York. Throughout his journey, Ben's bravery and resilience shine through as he faces various challenges and seeks independence. At the start of the narrative, readers are introduced to Ben and his tumultuous relationship with his stepfather, Jacob Winter, who scolds him for giving food to two tramps. Tensions rise as Jacob insists Ben abandon his dreams of furthering his education, which leads Ben to contemplate leaving home to seek his fortune in New York. After a mix of adventures, including thwarting a robber and earning praise for his bravery, the narrative sets up Ben's arrival in Boston, marking the beginning of his journey towards self-discovery and hope for a brighter future amidst adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Bildungsromans
Subject New York (N.Y.) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Farmers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Diligence -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Success -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Runaway teenagers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Business -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Stepfathers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Poets -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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