Grit, or the Young Boatman of Pine Point

Horatio Alger Jr.(1832 – 1899), wrote over 100 poems, short stories, and novels during his lifetime, including four adult novels and one adult novella. He gained notoriety when his friendship with ‘William Taylor Adams’, a boys’ author, changed Horatio’s interest to writing for the juvenile market. Alger’s first book for young people, “Ragged Dick, or Street Life in New York,” was a huge success, securing the author’s fame among the youth of America.
Grit, or The Young Boatman of Pine Point is one of Horatio Alger’s ‘formula, rags-to-riches’ books for boys. Fifteen year old Harry ‘Grit’ Morris is an enterprising young man who helps his poor mother by ferrying passengers across the Kennebec river in his small boat. When his criminal stepfather returns to their home, Grit discovers knowledge of dangerous plots, and must protect his mother while trying to thwart a gang of thieves. Through good deeds, and assistance from new friends, Grit is able to triumph over his enemies, thus financially providing for his mother, and securing his future.
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