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Andy Grant's Pluck is a novel written by Horatio Alger Jr. It tells the story of a young boy named Andy Grant who is determined to make a success of himself despite his humble beginnings. Andy is orphaned at a young age and forced to fend for himself on the streets of New York... Read Full Overview

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"Andy Grant's Pluck" from Horatio Alger Jr.. Prolific 19th-century American author (1832-1899).

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Penhurst Academy was an endowed school. On account of the endowments, the annual rate to boarding scholars was very reasonable-only three hundred dollars, including everything.The academy had a fine reputation, which it owed in large part to the high character and gifts of Dr... Read Full Overview

Andy Grant's Pluck

This classic novel tells the story of Andy Grant, a young boy who learns the value of hard work and determination. Alger's inspiring tale is a must-read for anyone looking for a motivating and uplifting story.

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"A telegram for you, Andy " said Arthur Bacon, as he entered the room of Andy Grant in Penhurst Academy. "A telegram " repeated Andy, in vague alarm, for the word suggested something urgent-probably bad news of some kind. He tore open the envelope and read the few words of the... Read Full Overview

All of Alger's juvenile novels share essentially the same theme, known as the "Horatio Alger myth" a teenage boy works hard to escape poverty. Often it is not hard work that rescues the boy from his fate but rather some extraordinary act of bravery or honesty. The boy might return... Read Full Overview