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The Erie Train Boy

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4 out of 5
Based on 43 Ratings and 12 Reviews

Book Description
Horatio Alger, Jr. (1832-1899) was a 19th-century American author who wrote approximately 135 novels. Many of his works have been described as rags to riches stories, illustrating how down-and-out boys might be able to achieve the American Dream of wealth and success through hard work, courage, determination, and concern for others. He is noted as a significant figure in the history of American cu... More
Book Information
PublisherDodo Press
BindingPaperback (29 editions)
Reading LevelUncategorized
# of Pages232
ISBN-101409931501
ISBN-13978-1409931508
Publication Date05/23/2008
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About Horatio Alger (Author) : Born in Revere, Massachusetts, January 13, 1832, Horatio Alger, Jr., grew up in a Calvinist home with a strong focus on education and religion. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Harvard Divinity School... more
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