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Title: The Young Outlaw; or, Adrift in the Streets
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E-text prepared by Gary Sandino from digital material generously made
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Summary: "The Young Outlaw; or, Adrift in the Streets" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a novel written in the late 19th century. This book continues Alger's exploration of the lives of street boys in New York City, focusing on the main character, Sam Barker, an orphaned boy navigating the challenges of urban life. The overarching theme is the moral and societal implications of street life, highlighting both the perils and potential redemption found in the lives of these young outcasts." "At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Sam Barker, who embodies the archetype of the "street Arab." He engages in a humorous and mischievous interaction with Deacon John Hopkins, a country man, managing to swindle him out of a dime while showcasing his cheeky personality. The reader learns of Sam's difficult past, having lost his father and living a survival-based existence, where he relies on charm and quick wit. The narrative sets the stage for Sam's decision to leave his life behind, portraying his desire for freedom and adventure, as he plans to run away to New York City—a place filled with promise and opportunity, yet fraught with danger and uncertainty. The opening chapter establishes a blend of humor, moral lessons, and the harsh realities of street life, engaging readers in the world that Sam inhabits." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 86.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Alger, Horatio, Jr., 1832-1899
EBook No.: 26016
Published: Jul 9, 2008
Downloads: 125
Language: English
Subject: Orphans -- Fiction
Subject: Conduct of life -- Fiction
Subject: New York (N.Y.) -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject: Homeless persons -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Young Outlaw; or, Adrift in the Streets
Credits:
E-text prepared by Gary Sandino from digital material generously made
available by Internet Archive
HTML file produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Young Outlaw; or, Adrift in the Streets" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a novel written in the late 19th century. This book continues Alger's exploration of the lives of street boys in New York City, focusing on the main character, Sam Barker, an orphaned boy navigating the challenges of urban life. The overarching theme is the moral and societal implications of street life, highlighting both the perils and potential redemption found in the lives of these young outcasts." "At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Sam Barker, who embodies the archetype of the "street Arab." He engages in a humorous and mischievous interaction with Deacon John Hopkins, a country man, managing to swindle him out of a dime while showcasing his cheeky personality. The reader learns of Sam's difficult past, having lost his father and living a survival-based existence, where he relies on charm and quick wit. The narrative sets the stage for Sam's decision to leave his life behind, portraying his desire for freedom and adventure, as he plans to run away to New York City—a place filled with promise and opportunity, yet fraught with danger and uncertainty. The opening chapter establishes a blend of humor, moral lessons, and the harsh realities of street life, engaging readers in the world that Sam inhabits." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 86.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Alger, Horatio, Jr., 1832-1899
EBook No.: 26016
Published: Jul 9, 2008
Downloads: 125
Language: English
Subject: Orphans -- Fiction
Subject: Conduct of life -- Fiction
Subject: New York (N.Y.) -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject: Homeless persons -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.