Try and Trust; Or, Abner Holden's Bound Boy

Name: Try and Trust; Or, Abner Holden's Bound Boy
Author: Jr. Horatio Alger

By Jr. Horatio Alger

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A young orphan, Herbert Mason, is taken into a household and soon bound out to begin life under unfamiliar authority. He meets setbacks large and small—a roadside collision, broken commitments, false accusations, and encounters with fraudulent or threatening men—while seeking steady work and a place in the community. Through steady honesty, courage in moments of peril, and the help of sympathetic neighbors, he exposes wrongdoers, endures brief captivity and other dangers, and ultimately achieves vindication, reward, and an improved future that reflects themes of perseverance and moral growth.

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.