In A New World

The life of Horatio Alger, Jr. is marked by his transition from a brief career as a Unitarian minister to becoming a prolific writer of boys' books, with over 100 stories that captivated young readers. Born in Massachusetts and educated at Harvard, his writing gained significant popularity, particularly with the release of "Ragged Dick" in 1868. Despite facing serious allegations that ended his clerical career, Alger's influence on American literature, especially in the genre of young adult fiction, remains notable.