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Horatio Alger Jr. (1832-1899) authored over 100 experience books, many focusing on an unhealthy boy's battle to beat poverty and adversity. Alger's literature are fast-paced "page-turners" which may have enjoyed immense recognition while advocating generosity, credibility, industry, thrift, temperance, education, and bravery. Alger was created near Boston, went to Harvard, and changed to New York City in 1866. He is one of America's all-time, best-selling fiction creators. Ragged Dick details the adventures of Richard Hunter, a homeless guy who earns a full time income shining shoes on the roadways of Manhattan in the mid 1800s. Influenced by a person he complies with, Dick resolves to boost his situation, finds a roommate who are able to become his tutor, and overcomes adversity with wit and good cheer. First shared in reserve form in 1866, Ragged Dick was Alger's first great publishing success.
