Tom Thatcher's Fortune: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

Tom Thatcher's Fortune is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Alger, Horatio, Jr. (1832–1899).

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"Tom Thatcher's Fortune" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a novel written in the late 19th century. This coming-of-age tale revolves around Tom Thatcher, a sixteen-year-old boy who works in a shoe factory to support his family after his father's mysterious death during a gold rush in California. The story explores themes of social class, ambition, and resilience as Tom navigates his challenges and seeks a better life for himself and his family. The opening of the novel introduces us to Tom Thatcher, a hardworking boy who has just come home from a long day at the shoe factory, where he earns a meager wage. He shares dinner with his mother and little sister Tillie, conveying the family's struggles after losing their father. Through a conversation about his father's last letter and his missed fortune, we learn about Tom's determination to uncover the truth about his father's disappearance. The narrative sets the stage for Tom's journey filled with rivalry, self-discovery, and a yearning for a brighter future, while hinting at the contrast between his humble life and that of the wealthy characters in his world.

Book and edition facts

• Title: Tom Thatcher's Fortune
• Author credits: Alger, Horatio, Jr. (1832–1899)
• Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

• Bildungsromans
• California -- History -- 19th century -- Juvenile fiction
• Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
• Criminals -- Juvenile fiction
• Diligence -- Juvenile fiction
• Fathers and sons -- Juvenile fiction
• Gold mines and mining -- Juvenile fiction
• Physicians -- Juvenile fiction
• Sick -- 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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