Falling in with Fortune; Or, The Experiences of a Young Secretary: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Falling in with Fortune; Or, The Experiences of a Young Secretary: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Falling in with Fortune; Or, The Experiences of a Young Secretary is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Alger, Horatio, Jr. (1832–1899); Stratemeyer, Edward (1862–1930).
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"Falling in with Fortune; Or, The Experiences of a Young Secretary" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Robert Frost, a young boy who, due to the cruel treatment of his step-father, leaves home to seek independence and fortune in Chicago. Throughout his journey, Robert faces numerous challenges as he navigates his new life, ultimately gaining a position as a private secretary to a wealthy woman, Mrs. Vernon, while also dealing with the dangers posed by a treacherous relative. At the start of the narrative, Robert receives a telegram from his friend Dick Marden, detailing Marden's business trip to California. Shortly after, Robert is unexpectedly fired from his position at a ticket office due to a family obligation of his boss, which leaves him in search of work with dwindling funds. As he struggles to find employment, he inadvertently becomes embroiled in a situation where he is falsely accused of theft in a store. Fortunately, he is exonerated with the help of a clergyman. Following this incident, Robert encounters Mrs. Vernon, who hires him as her private secretary, thus setting the stage for a series of adventures and trials that will test his character and resolve.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Falling in with Fortune; Or, The Experiences of a Young Secretary
- Author credits: Alger, Horatio, Jr. (1832–1899); Stratemeyer, Edward (1862–1930)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Chicago (Ill.) -- History -- 19th century -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Criminals -- Juvenile fiction
- Diligence -- Juvenile fiction
- Nephews -- Juvenile fiction
- Private secretaries -- Juvenile fiction
- Success -- Juvenile fiction
- Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
- Young men -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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