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Herman Melville Poetry Volume 1: "It is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation."
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Set against the backdrop of America's Gilded Age, this volume features the classic "rags to riches" narrative typical of Horatio Alger, Jr.'s work. It follows the journey of impoverished boys who, through hard work, honesty, and courage, transform their lives and achieve the American Dream. Central to the story is the theme of extraordinary acts of bravery or integrity that catalyze their success. While Alger enjoyed early success, his later works did not resonate as strongly, reflecting a shift in American society and his own creative ambitions.
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- 2013
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- Title
- Herman Melville Poetry Volume 1: "It is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation."
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Herman Melville
- Publisher
- PORTABLE POETRY
- Released
- 2013
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 50
- ISBN13
- 9781780008318
- Category
- Poetry, Maps and Travel
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of America's Gilded Age, this volume features the classic "rags to riches" narrative typical of Horatio Alger, Jr.'s work. It follows the journey of impoverished boys who, through hard work, honesty, and courage, transform their lives and achieve the American Dream. Central to the story is the theme of extraordinary acts of bravery or integrity that catalyze their success. While Alger enjoyed early success, his later works did not resonate as strongly, reflecting a shift in American society and his own creative ambitions.