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  • A corner in corn; or, How a Chicago boy did the trick

    by Self-made man ...
    "A Corner in Corn; or, How a Chicago Boy Did the Trick" is a novel attributed to an anonymous author using the pseudonym "Self-Made Man." The book, published in the late 19th century, revolves around the story of a young boy from Chicago and his endeavors, likely involving business, innovation, or entrepreneurship in the corn trade or related industries.As the title suggests, the narrative might ... Read more

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  • A COPPER HARVEST

    by A SELF-MADE MAN ...
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  • Dick Darling's Money; or, The Rise of an Office Boy; and Other Stories

    Tales of Ambition and Triumph: A Literary Exploration of Success and Resilience

    by Various, Self-made man ...
    Dick Darling's Money; or, The Rise of an Office Boy; and Other Stories represents an enthralling collection, intertwining the themes of ambition, perseverance, and societal change. Spanning a broad spectrum of literary styles, this anthology offers readers a dive into the late 19th-century literary context. The stories collectively paint a vivid tableau of characters striving for success in the ... Read more

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  • A corner in corn; or, How a Chicago boy did the trick

    Trading Success: A Gritty Chicago Boy's Rise to Wealth in the Midwest

    by Self-made man ...
    In "A Corner in Corn; or, How a Chicago Boy Did the Trick," the author, writing under the persona of a self-made man, captures the essence of American entrepreneurship in the late 19th century. This novel intertwines elements of adventure and economic strategy as it narrates the journey of a young Chicagoan who cleverly navigates the volatile corn market. The literary style combines ... Read more

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  • A Copper Harvest; or, The Boys who Worked a Deserted Mine

    A Tale of Friendship, Perseverance, and Copper Adventures

    by Self-made man ...
    In "A Copper Harvest; or, The Boys who Worked a Deserted Mine," the self-styled author weaves a compelling narrative set against the backdrop of the American West's mining boom. Through a blend of adventure and youthful determination, this tale chronicles the trials and triumphs of a group of boys as they embark on a quest to revive an abandoned mine. The author employs a vivid, descriptive ... Read more

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  • A Lucky Deal; or The 'Cutest Boy in Wall Street

    A Thrilling Tale of Finance and Power in the World of Wall Street

    by Self-made man ...
    In 'A Lucky Deal; or The 'Cutest Boy in Wall Street', Self-made Man crafts a compelling narrative that intertwines ambition and morality against the backdrop of the fast-paced financial world. Through a keenly satirical lens, the author explores themes of entrepreneurship, ethical dilemmas, and the seductive nature of wealth. The prose is both engaging and accessible, filled with vivid dialogue ... Read more

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  • Born to Good Luck; or The Boy Who Succeeded

    A Journey of Grit and Resilience: Triumph Through Adversity

    by Self-made man ...
    "Born to Good Luck; or The Boy Who Succeeded" masterfully chronicles the journey of a self-made protagonist whose ambitions and tenacity propel him toward success against a backdrop of societal constraints and familial expectations. The author employs a vivid narrative style that harmonizes realism with an inspirational tone, mirroring the literary zeitgeist of the late 19th century, which ... Read more

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  • A Lucky Deal Or The 'Cutest Boy in Wall Street

    by Self-made man ...
    "A Lucky Deal: Or The 'Cutest Boy in Wall Street" penned by the self-made man is a riveting tale that delves into the high-stakes world of finance and ambition. Set against the backdrop of Wall Street, this captivating novel follows the journey of a determined protagonist as he navigates the complexities of the financial market in pursuit of success and fortune. Through intricate plot twists and ... Read more

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  • Dick Darling's Money, or, The Rise of an Office Boy and Other Stories

    by Self-made man ...
    Series series Classics To Go
    Excerpt: ""Dick, come into my office," said Mr. Roger Bacon, a well-known wholesale dealer in watches, jewelry and silverware, on John street, New York City. "Yes, sir," replied Dick Darling, his fifteen-year-old office boy—a bright, good-looking lad, who had not yet graduated out of knickerbockers, though most boys of his age would have dispensed with them for trousers. Somehow or another Dick ... Read more

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  • A Copper Harvest, or, The Boys who Worked a Deserted Mine

    by Self-made man ...
    Series series Classics To Go
    Excerpt: ""He's the most lifelike corpse I ever saw in my life, and I've seen several in my time," said Jack Howard, a stalwart, bronze-featured boy of seventeen. He looked down at the body stretched out on a slate slab in the center of the little surgery at the rear of Dr. Phineas Fox's drugstore in the town of Sackville, Neb. "He certainly does look natural—not at all like the usual run of ... Read more

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  • Born to Good Luck, or The Boy Who Succeeded

    by Self-made man ...
    Series series Classics To Go
    Excerpt: ""See here, Dick Armstrong; when you've taken that water into the house, I want you to clean these. Do you understand?" The speaker, a sallow-complexioned, overgrown boy of seventeen, threw a pair of mud-bespattered boots at the feet of a sun-burned, healthy-looking lad about a year his junior, while a grin of satisfied malice wrinkled his not over-pleasant features as he thrust his hands ... Read more

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  • A Lucky Deal, or The Cutest Boy in Wall Street

    by Self-made man ...
    Series series Classics To Go
    Excerpt: ""I've been robbed!" gasped Mrs. Hazard, a pleasant-featured little woman of perhaps forty, sinking into a chair, her face the picture of dismay. "Mother," exclaimed her daughter Annie, a slender, delicate girl of fifteen, who sat in a cane rocker, feather-stitching an infant's jacket with blue silk, a small pile of the unfinished garments lying in a box on a table before her, "what do ... Read more

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