Mark Manning's Mission: The Story of a Shoe Factory Boy

Name: Mark Manning's Mission: The Story of a Shoe Factory Boy
Author: Jr. Horatio Alger

By Jr. Horatio Alger

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A hardworking shoe-factory boy cares for his widowed mother while facing class prejudice, financial insecurity, and workplace setbacks. He befriends a hermit and an ambitious friend whose quest for wealth intersects with the boy's loyalty and courage; episodes include rescues, detectivelike revelations, and a city opportunity that tests honesty and resourcefulness. Through perseverance, moral steadiness, and timely alliances he uncovers hidden claims, protects vulnerable companions, and secures a more hopeful domestic and economic outcome by the story's end.

About the Author

Jr. Horatio Alger

Horatio Alger, Jr. was an American author best known for his young adult novels that often feature themes of perseverance, hard work, and the pursuit of success. His stories typically revolve around impoverished boys who rise to middle-class status through determination and moral integrity. Notable works include "A Boy's Fortune; Or, The Strange Adventures of Ben Baker" and "Adrift in New York: Tom and Florence Braving the World." Alger's narratives reflect the values of the American Dream during the late 19th century, emphasizing the belief that anyone can achieve success regardless of their background.