The Young Adventurer; or, Tom's Trip Across the Plains: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Young Adventurer; or, Tom's Trip Across the Plains: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Young Adventurer; or, Tom's Trip Across the Plains is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Alger, Horatio, Jr. (1832–1899).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Young Adventurer; or, Tom's Trip Across the Plains" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around a young boy named Tom, who aspires to seek his fortune in California during the gold rush era. The narrative explores themes of adventure, responsibility, and the pursuit of dreams, following Tom as he embarks on a journey filled with challenges and encounters that will test his character. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Tom Nelson and his family's struggles on their farm, burdened by financial difficulties. Tom, eager to change his fate and help his family, resolves to leave home and follow his dreams. After finding a wallet filled with money belonging to the wealthy Squire Hudson, Tom chooses to return it, which leads to an opportunity for him to borrow money for his expedition to California. As the opening unfolds, Tom's strong moral compass is established, setting the stage for his adventures and the people he will meet along the way, including potential allies and adversaries.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Young Adventurer; or, Tom's Trip Across the Plains
- Author credits: Alger, Horatio, Jr. (1832–1899)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Conduct of life -- Fiction
- Indians of North America -- West (U.S.) -- Fiction
- Overland journeys to the Pacific -- Fiction
- Robbers and outlaws -- Fiction
- West (U.S.) -- History -- 1860-1890 -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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