Mark the Match Boy; or, Richard Hunter's Ward: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Mark the Match Boy; or, Richard Hunter's Ward: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Mark the Match Boy; or, Richard Hunter's Ward is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Alger, Horatio, Jr. (1832–1899).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Mark the Match Boy; or, Richard Hunter's Ward" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a novel written in the late 19th century. This story follows a young boy named Mark, who sells matches on the streets of New York City while enduring hardships and abuse from his caregiver, Mother Watson. As Mark navigates his struggles, themes of resilience, friendship, and the hope for a better life are prevalent throughout the narrative. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Mark, a thinly-clad boy deeply affected by hunger and the harsh realities of street life. He returns home after a long day of trying to sell matches but is met with hostility and threats from Mother Watson, who only cares about the money he brings in. As he contemplates his situation, Mark begins to consider breaking free from this abusive arrangement. His fate takes a turn when he unexpectedly receives some money while resting on a ferryboat, igniting a spark of independence. This opening sets the stage for Mark's journey toward self-sufficiency as he ponders his future and contemplates the possibility of escaping his current life.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Mark the Match Boy; or, Richard Hunter's Ward
- Author credits: Alger, Horatio, Jr. (1832–1899)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Diligence -- Juvenile fiction
- Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
- New York (N.Y.) -- Juvenile fiction
- Orphans -- Juvenile fiction
- Peddlers -- Juvenile fiction
- Self culture -- Juvenile fiction
- Success -- Juvenile fiction
- Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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