The Errand Boy; Or, How Phil Brent Won Success
Rising from Rags to Riches: A Tale of Perseverance and Ambition in 19th Century AmericaBy Horatio Jr. Alger
Length6h 35m
About this audiobook
In "The Errand Boy; Or, How Phil Brent Won Success," Horatio Alger Jr. presents a quintessential rags-to-riches narrative, emblematic of the American Dream. This 1890 novel follows the industrious and virtuous Phil Brent, a young boy whose enterprising spirit and moral integrity propel him from humble beginnings to the heights of success in the bustling world of commerce. Alger's accessible prose, characterized by optimism and moral instruction, reinforces the values of hard work, honesty, and perseverance while reflecting the socio-economic climate of late 19th-century America, a time when entrepreneurship was increasingly viewed as an avenue for social mobility. Horatio Alger Jr., an influential figure in American literature, became a voice for the working class through his prolific storytelling. Born in 1832, Alger faced personal challenges that shaped his understanding of poverty and the pursuit of success. His experience as a schoolteacher and his deep connections with youth informed his narratives, capturing the aspirations and struggles of young Americans. Alger'Äôs background in Transcendentalism imbued his works with themes of self-reliance and individualism, inherent in Phil Brent's journey. This empowering tale is not just for young readers; it resonates universally with anyone seeking inspiration from the virtues of diligence and integrity. "The Errand Boy" invites readers to reflect on their own paths to success while celebrating the resilience of the human spirit. It remains a significant contribution to American literature, encouraging us all to believe in our potential and the transformative power of hard work.
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Rating★★★★ 3.6 (29)
Includes Goodreads
GenreChildren's Literature
Length6 hrs 35 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 24, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
23“THEY MET BY CHANCE.”
2OR, HOW PHIL BRENT WON SUCCESS.
24PHIL IS “BOUNCED.”
3PHIL HAS A LITTLE DIFFICULTY.
25AN EXPLANATION.
4A STRANGE REVELATION.
26RAISING THE RENT.
5PHIL'S SUDDEN RESOLUTION.
27ALONZO IS PUZZLED.
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6MR. LIONEL LAKE.
28A WONDERFUL CHANGE.
7AN OVERBEARING CONDUCTOR
29AN UNPLEASANT SURPRISE.
8SIGNOR ORLANDO.
30AN UNSATISFACTORY CONFERENCE.
9BOWERMAN'S VARIETIES.
31A TRUCE.
10THE HOUSE IN TWELFTH STREET.
32PHIL'S TRUST.
11THE OLD GENTLEMAN PROVES A FRIEND.
33PHIL IS SHADOWED.
12Phil CALLS ON MR. PITKIN.
34PHIL IS ROBBED.
13PHIL ENTERS UPON HIS DUTIES.
35A TERRIBLE SITUATION.
14MR. LIONEL LAKE AGAIN.
36PHIL'S FRIENDS AND HIS ENEMIES.
15PHIL'S NEW HOME.
37THE PITKINS RETIRE IN DISGUST.
16CONSULTING THE ORACLE.
38THE FALSE HEIR.
17PHIL AND THE FORTUNE-TELLER.
39MRS. BRENT'S PANIC.
18MRS. BRENT'S STRANGE TEMPTATION.
40AN IMPORTANT DISCOVERY.
19JONAS JOINS THE CONSPIRACY.
41AT THE PALMER HOUSE.
20THE CONSPIRACY SUCCEEDS.
42A SCENE NOT ON THE BILLS.
21A NARROW ESCAPE FROM DETECTION.
43FRED SARGENT'S REVENGE.
22LEFT OUT IN THE COLD.
44THE SMUGGLER'S TRAP.
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