Chipman, William P. (William Pendleton) 1854-1937 creator text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Budd Boyd's Triumph; or, The Boy-Firm of Fox Island" by William P. Chipman is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book follows the journey of a young boy named Budd Boyd as he seeks employment and navigates the challenges of farm life, eventually embarking on an entrepreneurial venture with a newfound friend, Judd Floyd. As Budd grapples with hardships and develops resilience, themes of friendship, ambition, and the pursuit of a better life are central to the narrative. The opening of the story sets a somber mood, describing a cold March day as Budd Boyd walks along a highway in search of work. He is a determined and strong young man, despite the challenges he faces, and the narrative explores his interactions with Mr. Benton, a strict and unkind farmer who hires him. Budd endures hard labor under Benton’s harsh conditions, reflecting on his troubled past while displaying a remarkable spirit of perseverance. Through his journey, including a significant accident and the arrival of his friend, the foundation is laid for Budd's transition from a life of labor to an enterprising venture as he and Judd explore the potential of starting their own business on Fox Island. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-05-18 Produced by Al Haines Original publication data not identified Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Fishing -- Juvenile fiction Friendship -- Juvenile fiction Country life -- Juvenile fiction Avarice -- Juvenile fiction Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Diligence -- Juvenile fiction Success -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39732 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39732 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133917.0 39732