The Erie Train Boy (1891)

""The Erie Train Boy"" is a novel written by Horatio Alger Jr. and first published in 1891. The story follows the adventures of Bob Hunter, a young boy who works as a train boy on the Erie Railroad. Bob is a hardworking and honest boy who is determined to make something of himself despite his humble beginnings. Along the way, he faces challenges and obstacles, including a scheming rival who tries to get him fired and a dangerous train robbery. With the help of his friends and his own resourcefulness, Bob is able to overcome these challenges and prove himself to be a capable and trustworthy young man. Through Bob's story, Alger Jr. promotes the values of hard work, honesty, and perseverance, and inspires readers to pursue their dreams and overcome adversity. This classic tale of a young boy's journey to success is a timeless story that continues to resonate with 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.