The Training Of A Working Boy (1914)

By Herbert Sidney Pelham

Book Overview

The Training of a Working Boy is a book written by Herbert Sidney Pelham and was first published in 1914. It is a memoir that chronicles the author's early life and his experiences as a working-class boy growing up in England during the late 19th and early 20th century. Throughout the book, Pelham provides a detailed account of his childhood, including his education, his family life, and his first job as an errand boy. He also describes the challenges he faced as a working-class boy, such as poverty, social inequality, and the lack of opportunities for advancement.The book also explores the various jobs that Pelham held during his youth, including working as a clerk, a salesman, and a journalist. Through these experiences, Pelham gained valuable skills and knowledge that would later help him succeed in his career.Overall, The Training of a Working Boy is a fascinating and insightful look into the life of a working-class boy in early 20th century England. It provides a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by those in the lower classes, and offers valuable lessons on hard work, perseverance, and determination.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164166085
• ISBN13: 9781164166085
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"