Ben Bruce: Scenes in the Life of a Bowery Newsboy: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Ben Bruce: Scenes in the Life of a Bowery Newsboy: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Ben Bruce: Scenes in the Life of a Bowery Newsboy is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Alger, Horatio, Jr. (1832–1899).
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"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.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Ben Bruce: Scenes in the Life of a Bowery Newsboy
- Author credits: Alger, Horatio, Jr. (1832–1899)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Bildungsromans
- Business -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Diligence -- Juvenile fiction
- Farmers -- Juvenile fiction
- New York (N.Y.) -- Juvenile fiction
- Poets -- Juvenile fiction
- Runaway teenagers -- Juvenile fiction
- Stepfathers -- Juvenile fiction
- Success -- Juvenile fiction
- Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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