... ," by Horatio Alger Jr., Dick is a determined and honest young boy who knows a hard days work. He comes from a working class background and knows what it takes to live life day by day. Many kids that were working on the streets, like Dick, stole ... was willing to work. "(pg.98) Dick reaches his dream job as an office manger making a stable income. This novel inspires people of the lower class that it doesn't matter where you start out in life but can work your way up in society with a dose of hard work, determination and honesty. ... prosperity. "(177) This goes on to support the Purit...

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• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: High School