Up the ladder; or, striving and thriving by Madeline Leslie

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Author Leslie, Madeline, 1815-1893
Illustrator Hyde, John N., 1837-1895
Title Up the ladder; or, striving and thriving
Original Publication United States: Young & Bartlett, 1863.
Series Title The Leslie stories
Note Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Up the Ladder; or, Striving and Thriving" by Madeline Leslie is a fictional work written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Harrison, who embodies the values of hard work, perseverance, and determination in the face of adversity. The narrative explores Harrison's experiences and struggles as he strives to improve his family’s circumstances through diligence. The opening portion of the book introduces Harrison as a ten-year-old boy working diligently to shell peas outside a hotel. His hard work stems from a need to support his impoverished family, despite being a child. During this task, he interacts with a little girl named Ella, revealing a contrast in their lives—Ella lives in comfort while Harrison is driven by necessity. Through their conversations, we see Harrison's deep sense of responsibility and the moral lessons imparted by his mother, who instills in him the belief that hard work is virtuous and essential for success. This early passage sets the tone for the lessons of diligence and integrity that will resonate throughout Harrison's journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Merchants -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Diligence -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Success -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Apprentices -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Alcoholics -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 70168
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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