02379cam a22003493u 4500 5417 UtSlPG 20260610133138.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ PS Alger, Horatio, Jr., 1832-1899 Struggling Upward, or Luke Larkin's Luck Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-04-01 Digitized by Cardinalis Etext Press [C.E.K.] Modified for Project Gutenberg by Andrew Sly "Struggling Upward, or Luke Larkin's Luck" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book follows Luke Larkin, a determined and resourceful young boy who struggles against adversity and societal class differences in his small town of Groveton. As he navigates challenges, including a competitive skating contest against the privileged Randolph Duncan, Luke's character and integrity are put to the test, highlighting themes of perseverance, morality, and the socioeconomic divide. The opening of the book introduces a lively scene with boys gathered at a pond for a skating contest. Luke Larkin, a hardworking boy from a less affluent background, is up against Randolph Duncan, the wealthy son of the town's bank president. Tension arises as the stakes for the contest are high—a Waterbury watch is offered as a prize. As the race unfolds, an incident occurs that seemingly foils Luke's chances. The narrative sets the stage for the ensuing drama of class rivalry, friendship, and Luke's quest for self-improvement, laying the groundwork for his journey through both triumph and heartache. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction Swindlers and swindling -- Juvenile fiction Robbers and outlaws -- Juvenile fiction New England -- History -- 19th century -- Juvenile fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5417 47448 47448