Readings Newsletter
Become a Readings Member to make your shopping experience even easier.
Sign in or sign up for free!
You’re not far away from qualifying for FREE standard shipping within Australia
You’ve qualified for FREE standard shipping within Australia
The cart is loading…
This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Wait and Hope Or A Plucky Boy's Luck by Jr. Horatio Alger tells the story of young Ben Bradford, a boy who faces economic hardship after losing his job at a factory. With his family depending on him, Ben embodies the themes of perseverance, hope, and resilience as he struggles to find better opportunities. Throughout the narrative, Ben encounters various obstacles, poverty, personal loss, and tough work conditions, but his unshakable belief that his fortunes can improve if he keeps pushing forward becomes the guiding force of the story. Despite setbacks, Ben refuses to give up, demonstrating the value of maintaining hope and striving for success even in the face of adversity. Alger's characteristic message that hard work, integrity, and patience lead to eventual reward is woven into Ben's journey, illustrating how determination and a positive attitude can lead to a brighter future. The novel not only captures the spirit of optimism and grit that defined many of Alger's works but also serves as a reminder that, no matter how difficult life may be, perseverance and hope can make all the difference in changing one's circumstances.
$9.00 standard shipping within Australia
FREE standard shipping within Australia for orders over $100.00
Express & International shipping calculated at checkout
This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Wait and Hope Or A Plucky Boy's Luck by Jr. Horatio Alger tells the story of young Ben Bradford, a boy who faces economic hardship after losing his job at a factory. With his family depending on him, Ben embodies the themes of perseverance, hope, and resilience as he struggles to find better opportunities. Throughout the narrative, Ben encounters various obstacles, poverty, personal loss, and tough work conditions, but his unshakable belief that his fortunes can improve if he keeps pushing forward becomes the guiding force of the story. Despite setbacks, Ben refuses to give up, demonstrating the value of maintaining hope and striving for success even in the face of adversity. Alger's characteristic message that hard work, integrity, and patience lead to eventual reward is woven into Ben's journey, illustrating how determination and a positive attitude can lead to a brighter future. The novel not only captures the spirit of optimism and grit that defined many of Alger's works but also serves as a reminder that, no matter how difficult life may be, perseverance and hope can make all the difference in changing one's circumstances.