Horatio Alger 
Andy Grant’S Pluck 

Andy Grant's Pluck is about Andy, a boy who works hard and wants to get ahead. After his father dies suddenly, Andy finds himself in a tough situation. Andy has no close family to help him, so he is thrown into a world where he has to take care of himself and deal with many problems. As the story goes on, Andy's courage and determination are put to the test as he faces problems on his way to success. Andy faces many problems and hurdles throughout his life, from his early days as a shoe shiner to his later jobs as a newsboy and office assistant. Will he give up on his situation? Is Andy going to overcome his hustles? The story shows the essence of the American Dream through a young main character who shows that people can solve problems and make their lives better if they are determined and able to do things on their own.