Publisher's Synopsis

Making His Way: Or Frank Courtney's Struggle Upward is a novel written by Horatio Alger Jr., first published in 1874. The book tells the story of Frank Courtney, a young man from a poor family who is determined to make something of himself. Despite facing numerous obstacles and setbacks, Frank is determined to rise above his circumstances and become successful. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, both good and bad, who help or hinder him in his quest. Through hard work, determination, and a bit of luck, Frank eventually achieves his goals and becomes a successful businessman. The novel is a classic example of the ""rags-to-riches"" genre, which was popular in the late 19th century. It is a story of perseverance, hope, and the American Dream, and has been enjoyed by readers of all ages for over a century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781163851616
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 292
Weight: 598g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 20mm