The Backwoods Boy Or The Boyhood And Manhood Of Abraham Lincoln
By:Horatio Alger Published By:Double9 Books
About the Book
"The Backwoods Boy Or The Boyhood And Manhood Of Abraham Lincoln" by Horatio Alger is a biographical novel focusing on the early life and character development of Abraham Lincoln. The story traces LincolnÍs journey from his humble beginnings in a log cabin in the backwoods of Indiana to his rise as a self-educated man and eventual leader of the nation. The narrative emphasizes LincolnÍs hard work, perseverance, and strong moral values as he navigates the challenges of poverty, isolation, and the desire for self-improvement. Throughout the novel, LincolnÍs character is shaped by his experiences, including the loss of family members, his quest for knowledge, and his determination to succeed despite overwhelming odds. The story highlights his dedication to fairness, justice, and his unwavering commitment to principles that would define his leadership later in life. The narrative also reflects on the struggles of rural life and the influence of the frontier in shaping LincolnÍs resilience and ambition. This portrayal offers a glimpse into the formative years of one of AmericaÍs most revered presidents, exploring the personal qualities that made him a symbol of hope and perseverance.
Horatio Alger, an American novelist who lived from January 13, 1832, to July 18, 1899, authored books for young adults about poor lads who, through their good deeds, climb from impoverished roots to lives of stability and comfort in the middle class. His works are known for their "rags-to-riches" narrative, which had a formative influence on the Gilded Age United States. All of Alger's young adult books revolve around the idea that a young man can change his situation for the better by acting morally. The "Horatio Alger myth" holds that the young man achieves success via toil, however, this is untrue. The youngster behaves according to classic characteristics like honesty, generosity, and altruism in the actual stories, and success is invariably the result of an accident that works to the boy's advantage. The youngster might recover a sizable sum of money that was misplaced or save a passenger from a derailed carriage. A wealthy person notices the youngster and his predicament as a result of this. For instance, in one tale, a little child narrowly avoids being hit by a streetcar before being snatched away to safety by a homeless orphan youth.
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