The Erie Train Boy

By Horatio Alger Jr.

Book Overview

A spirited young hero fighting for a better life The Erie Train Boy is Horatio Alger Jr. s timeless rags to riches story reimagined for today. Follow a determined boy who rises from modest beginnings to earn respect, stability, and a brighter future through grit, honesty, and hard work. Set against the vivid backdrop of 19th-century adventure on the Erie Railroad, this coming-of-age tale blends fast-moving action with moral lessons in literature: industriousness, courage, and the value of character above easy fortune. Alger s signature inspirational novel voice guides young adult fiction readers and classic literature collectors alike through narrow escapes, workplace trials, and moments of quiet self-discovery that shape a life of success through hard work. This edition is historically significant a classic American literature title by Horatio Alger Jr. that influenced generations of readers and helped define the moral arc of the American dream. Long out of print for decades, Alpha Editions proudly restores The Erie Train Boy for today s and future generations. This is not merely a reprint: it s a carefully restored collector s item and cultural treasure, enriched for modern readers who crave historical fiction infused with timeless values. Perfect for fans of Horatio Alger books, coming-of-age tales, and anyone seeking an inspirational novel about perseverance, The Erie Train Boy reclaims its place among classic American literature.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9371349425
• ISBN13: 9789371349420
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 150 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"