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Sink Or Swim

- Or Harry Raymond's Resolve (1870)

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Sink or Swim: Or Harry Raymond's Resolve is a novel written by Horatio Alger Jr. and first published in 1870. The story follows the life of Harry Raymond, a young man who is left orphaned and penniless after his father's death. Harry is determined to make something of himself and decides to leave his small town and move to the city to find work.In the city, Harry faces many challenges and obstacles as he tries to make a living. He struggles to find a job and is forced to live in poverty. Despite these difficulties, Harry remains determined and refuses to give up. He is eventually able to find work and begins to climb the ranks in his company.Along the way, Harry meets a young woman named Nellie, who becomes his love interest. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that Nellie is from a wealthy family and Harry is not. Despite this, Harry remains committed to Nellie and is determined to win her over.Sink or Swim: Or Harry Raymond's Resolve is a classic rags-to-riches story that explores themes of perseverance, determination, and the American Dream. Alger Jr.'s writing style is engaging and easy to read, making this book a great choice for readers of all ages.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781163913796
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 398
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x21 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 531 g.
  • BLACK NOVEMBER
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 23. november 2024

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Sink or Swim: Or Harry Raymond's Resolve is a novel written by Horatio Alger Jr. and first published in 1870. The story follows the life of Harry Raymond, a young man who is left orphaned and penniless after his father's death. Harry is determined to make something of himself and decides to leave his small town and move to the city to find work.In the city, Harry faces many challenges and obstacles as he tries to make a living. He struggles to find a job and is forced to live in poverty. Despite these difficulties, Harry remains determined and refuses to give up. He is eventually able to find work and begins to climb the ranks in his company.Along the way, Harry meets a young woman named Nellie, who becomes his love interest. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that Nellie is from a wealthy family and Harry is not. Despite this, Harry remains committed to Nellie and is determined to win her over.Sink or Swim: Or Harry Raymond's Resolve is a classic rags-to-riches story that explores themes of perseverance, determination, and the American Dream. Alger Jr.'s writing style is engaging and easy to read, making this book a great choice for readers of all ages.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.

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