Twenty Years of Hus'ling by J. P. Johnston
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| Author | Johnston, J. P. (James Perry), 1852- |
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| Illustrator | Denslow, W. W. (William Wallace), 1856-1915 |
| Title | Twenty Years of Hus'ling |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Twenty Years of Hus'ling" by J. P. Johnston is an autobiographical account written in the late 19th century. This engaging work chronicles the life of the author as he navigates through numerous business ventures, showcasing both his comedic failures and gradual successes in various trades. The narrative centers around Johnston’s relentless pursuit of financial independence and self-sufficiency through a series of entrepreneurial endeavors, including live-stock dealing, peddling, and auctioneering. The opening of the book introduces the author’s background, including his upbringing on a farm, highlighting the dynamics with his family and his early entrepreneurial spirit. Johnston reflects on his childhood, revealing his ambitions and the struggles he faced, from contentious relationships at home to his unyielding desire to break free from farm life. He vividly describes humorous and sometimes humiliating incidents that shaped his character and resilience. The beginning sets the tone for an adventurous journey filled with trials and tribulations, as he strives to establish himself in various business roles, ultimately leading to his success as a hustler and auctioneer. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HF: Social sciences: Commerce |
| Subject | Business |
| Subject | Johnston, J. P. (James Perry), 1852- |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25087 |
| Release Date | Apr 18, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 88 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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