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Title: Paul Prescott's Charge
Note: Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer and David Widger
Summary: "Paul Prescott's Charge" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a novel aimed at young readers, likely written in the late 19th century. The book follows the story of a young boy named Paul Prescott, whose life takes a tragic turn upon the death of his father. Left alone in the world, Paul grapples with the responsibilities and challenges that arise from a debt his father accrued, along with his determination to pay it off. The opening of the story introduces us to Paul's difficult home life and the stern figure of Squire Newcome, who represents authority and societal expectations. As we dive into Paul's world, we meet his mischievous friend Ben, who provides a lighthearted contrast to the serious themes of loss and responsibility. After the death of his father, Paul makes the courageous decision to run away and seek a better life, motivated by his father's wishes and the promise of adventure. Paul's journey begins as he leaves the oppressive environment of the Poor House, promising to confront the challenges ahead with determination and hope for the future. The narrative establishes a rich backdrop for themes of perseverance, friendship, and the quest for a brighter existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Alger, Horatio, Jr., 1832-1899
EBook No.: 293
Published: Mar 15, 2006
Downloads: 130
Language: English
Subject: Orphans -- Fiction
Subject: Runaway teenagers -- Fiction
Subject: Conduct of life -- Fiction
Subject: New York (N.Y.) -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Paul Prescott's Charge
Note: Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer and David Widger
Summary: "Paul Prescott's Charge" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a novel aimed at young readers, likely written in the late 19th century. The book follows the story of a young boy named Paul Prescott, whose life takes a tragic turn upon the death of his father. Left alone in the world, Paul grapples with the responsibilities and challenges that arise from a debt his father accrued, along with his determination to pay it off. The opening of the story introduces us to Paul's difficult home life and the stern figure of Squire Newcome, who represents authority and societal expectations. As we dive into Paul's world, we meet his mischievous friend Ben, who provides a lighthearted contrast to the serious themes of loss and responsibility. After the death of his father, Paul makes the courageous decision to run away and seek a better life, motivated by his father's wishes and the promise of adventure. Paul's journey begins as he leaves the oppressive environment of the Poor House, promising to confront the challenges ahead with determination and hope for the future. The narrative establishes a rich backdrop for themes of perseverance, friendship, and the quest for a brighter existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Alger, Horatio, Jr., 1832-1899
EBook No.: 293
Published: Mar 15, 2006
Downloads: 130
Language: English
Subject: Orphans -- Fiction
Subject: Runaway teenagers -- Fiction
Subject: Conduct of life -- Fiction
Subject: New York (N.Y.) -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.