Grit; or, The Young Boatman of Pine Point
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Release date is 2017-02-19
Produced by David Edwards, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.) Produced by David Edwards, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.)
"Grit; or, The Young Boatman of Pine Point" by Horatio Alger, Jr. is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Harry Morris, nicknamed "Grit," who displays exceptional perseverance and determination. As he struggles to support his mother amidst the disruption caused by his unscrupulous stepfather, Grit's character shines as he navigates challenges uniquely shaped by his family dynamics and the expectations placed upon him. At the start of the book, Grit learns that his stepfather, recently released from prison, is returning home, which brings a sense of dread to him and his mother, who have managed well without him. The narrative introduces us to Grit’s responsibilities as a young boatman running a ferry service, which provides for him and his mother. This opening portion establishes the tension between Grit and his stepfather, Mr. Brandon, suggesting future conflicts as Grit vows to protect his hard-earned money from Brandon’s intentions while simultaneously showcasing Grit's devotion to his mother and his own budding independence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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